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UC Davis explains how crushed shells fight ocean acidification
Original: UC DAVIS: How crushed shells protect against ocean acidification
Researchers at UC Davis have published work explaining how crushed shells can protect marine environments against ocean acidification. As oceans absorb more carbon dioxide, their chemistry shifts in ways that harm shellfish and other marine life. The study suggests adding crushed shell material can buffer acidic seawater locally, offering a potential tool for coastal restoration efforts.
Why now: Growing concern over ocean acidification and interest in practical mitigation methods is driving attention to the research.
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- UC DAVIS: How crushed shells protect against ocean acidification · Maven's Notebook
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