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State Commission learns of threat from ocean acidifcation
2014-08-01 18:27:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
WLBZ: A special state commission began studying a problem that marine scientists say poses a real threat to Maine Friday. The problem is called ocean acidification. Scientists say increasing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, which are blamed for climate change, are also causing ocean water to become more acidic. And researchers say Maine shellfish, such as oysters, clams and mussels, are especially vulnerable. At Mook Sea Farms in Walpole, owner Bill Mook says he has seen a change in the water...
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