| Summary: | Greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, play a crucial role in regulating the temperature of the earth. However, since the industrial revolution, the increased burning of fossil fuels has resulted in a significant increase in GHG concentration. The ocean acts as a carbon sink, absorbing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, but this process is leading to ocean acidification. As carbon dioxide reacts with water to produce hydronium ions, leading to a decrease in pH and an increase in acidity. It is essential to reduce GHG emissions to decrease the effects of climate change and protect the health of the planet and ecosystems. Faculty Sponsor: Professor Colleen Budziak
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