Eelgrass was able to photosynthesize better under ocean acidification conditions because of increased availability of carbon dioxide. The results suggest that ocean acidification may enhance seagrass survival.

Author(s): Zimmerman, R.C.

Date: 1997

Link: https://academic.oup.com/plphys/article-abstract/115/2/599/6071252

Overview:
Educational Materials
Scientific Literature

Additional Topics:
Biological effects of OCA
Growth

Life Stages:
Adults
Eggs
Juveniles
Larvae

Marine Life:
Seaweed and seagrasses

Parameters:
CO2 / pCO2