Chapter 15, Problem 15.98AP

(a)

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Interpretation: An explanation corresponding to the fact that an increase in atmospheric ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}$ could produce a decrease in oceanic $\text{pH}$ is to be stated. If $\text{pH}$ get dropped then the acidity of the oceans is to be calculated. The effect of decreasing $\text{pH}$ on the survival of coral reefs is to be explained.

Concept introduction: The potential of ${\text{H}}^{\text{+}}$ ions is called as $\text{pH}$ and the potential of ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ions is called as $\text{pOH}$. The value of $\text{pH}$ is less than $7$ for acidic solutions and greater than $7$ for basic solutions. For neutral solution the value of $\text{pH}$ is $7$.

To determine: An explanation corresponding to the fact that an increase in atmospheric ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}$ could produce a decrease in oceanic $\text{pH}$.

(b)

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To determine: The acidity of the ocean if $\text{pH}$ get dropped.

(c)

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To determine: The effect of decreasing $\text{pH}$ on the survival of coral reefs.