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which of the following is a consequence of ocean acidification?
a. no consequences for marine ecosystems.
b. decline in shellfish populations.
c. improvement in coral health.
d. increase in fish populations.

Explanation:

Ocean acidification lowers ocean pH, which hinders shell-forming marine organisms (shellfish) from building and maintaining their calcium carbonate shells/skeletons, leading to population declines. It harms coral health and does not benefit fish populations.

Answer:

B. Decline in shellfish populations.