Ocean Acidification in a Cup

• This well-designed experiment will help students demonstrate and explore the effects an acidic ocean has on marine organisms.

Positives

• This resource contains additional material linked in the Teacher's Guide and Sources to help teachers better understand ocean acidification.
• In the student handout, there is a clear explanation of ocean acidification for students to review before conducting the experiment.
  

Additional Prerequisites

• You can print the student handout or share it digitally with the students.
• Before conducting the experiment, the teacher must prepare the materials.
  

Differentiation

• If students are unfamiliar with ocean acidification, teachers can provide further background by sharing this 30-minute video.
• As an extension, students can write a paragraph explaining the connection between CO₂ emissions, ocean acidification, and marine life.
• Students can discuss how they can reduce their carbon footprint to preserve the ocean's composition.
• Other recommended resources include the videos Shell Shocked: Not Just Chemistry and Shell Shocked: Saving Shellfish.