Ocean Acidification: Effects on Sponges: FA263, 6/2024

Approximately 30% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) released into the atmosphere has been absorbed by the world’s oceans. As CO2 emissions increase due to human activities so does the amount of CO2 absorbed by the oceans. Carbon dioxide lowers the pH of the ocean system, causing ocean acidification (OA)....

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Main Authors: Donnarumma, Lena A., Henry, Joseph, Patterson, Joshua, Krueger, Shelly, Krimsky, Lisa, Baker, Shirley
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences 2024
Subjects:
Porifera
marine sponges
ocean acidification
marine ecosystems
Aquatic Organisms
Ocean acidification
Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/134521
https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fa263-2024
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Summary:Approximately 30% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) released into the atmosphere has been absorbed by the world’s oceans. As CO2 emissions increase due to human activities so does the amount of CO2 absorbed by the oceans. Carbon dioxide lowers the pH of the ocean system, causing ocean acidification (OA). The effects of OA on economically and ecologically important aquatic species is a subject of interest. Sponges are important reef-associated species that provide shelter for fish and crustaceans in reef habitats and can also structure ecosystems through bioerosion, water filtration, and colonization of coral reef areas. This publication considers the effects of OA on marine sponges, with a focus on Florida’s coral reef.

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