When grown under ocean acidification conditions, a non-calcifying seaweed (Chondrus crispus) grew to cover more area, while a calcifying alga (Corallina officinalis) decreased in the area it covered. (Laboratory experiment)
Author(s): Hofmann, L.C.
Date: 2012
Link: https://www.int-res.com/abstracts/meps/v464/meps09892
Overview:
Educational Materials
Scientific Literature
Additional Topics:
Biological effects of OCA
Calcification
Ecosystem
Life Stages:
Adults
Eggs
Juveniles
Larvae
Marine Life:
Seaweed and seagrasses
Parameters:
CO2 / pCO2
Species Group:
Coralline algae