
Ocean Acidification: The Silent Crisis Threatening Marine Life
The world’s oceans cover more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface and are vital to life as we know it. Oceans regulate climate, provide food, and support an incredible diversity of species. However, human activities are putting unprecedented pressure on these critical ecosystems. One of the most insidious threats is ocean acidification, a phenomenon that is often overlooked but poses significant risks to marine life and human communities that depend on the ocean.