Which of the following is a consequence of ocean acidification? Question 6 options:

A)

Carbonate (CO32–) accumulates to increase the pH of the water.

B)

Shorebird eggs are weakened and break more easily.

C)

Marine organisms that use carbonate (CO32–) as a building block to make calcified shelters are threatened.

D)

Swimmers may experience skin irritation from the acidified water.