British Scientists Say Carbon Dioxide Is Turning the Oceans Acidic

By KENNETH CHANG

Published: July 1, 2005

Whether or not it contributes to global warming, carbon dioxide is turning the oceans acidic, Britain's leading scientific organization warned yesterday.

In a report by a panel of scientists, the organization, the Royal Society, said the growing acidity would be very likely to harm coral reefs and other marine life by the end of the century.