targets for ocean acidifi cation perturbation experiments

Research on ocean acidifi cation has a primary goal of advancing our understanding of the consequences for marine organisms and ecosystems of future changes in ocean chemistry caused by the anthropogenic rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels. Though interesting as a basic research theme, ocean acidifi cation science should play a key role in the development of national and international policies for reducing CO 2 emissions. To communicate the science of ocean acidifi cation effectively to industrial leaders, the public and policy makers, the science community must present the results and research implications in clear and consistent terms that relate directly, if possible, to terms used currently in climate discussions, such as atmospheric CO 2 levels and potential stabilisation targets. To this end, ocean acidifi cation research programmes should be considered, designed, and reported in the context of realistic ranges for atmospheric p(CO 2 ) levels.

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