Daniel Camiloeduardo Hickman - DITC COA Worksheets - L1-L5
Daniel Camiloeduardo Hickman - DITC COA Worksheets - L1-L5
Daniel Camiloeduardo Hickman - DITC COA Worksheets - L1-L5
1. Calculating Change Over Time: How much have CO2 levels in the ocean changed over time? Use the graph to answer
the question.
How much has CO2 in the ocean increased since 1988? 15%=390.4-330.6/330.6x100
To calculate percent change, find the difference between the starting and ending
values, and then divide by the starting value.
2. Make a Prediction: Observe the graph showing CO2 measurements at Mauna Loa Observatory, Hawaii, from 1958 to
2018. Then, predict the likely effect of rising CO2 on ocean pH by completing the table below.
In 1988, the pH of the ocean was approximately 8.1. What do you predict 8.07
the pH of the ocean is today?
The pH level is constantly decreasing because of the rising
Explain why you made your prediction above. Use evidence from the graph
CO2 levels, as CO2 becomes carbonic acid and thus released
(hint: explain how changes in atmospheric CO2 and ocean CO2 could have
H+ Ions
caused pH to change).
What are the primary chemical reactions that may explain your predictions? The formation of carbonic acid from atmospheric CO2, which
then expels H+ ions into the ocean.
Use chemical equation(s) or words or both.
3. Illustrate Your Prediction: Illustrate your prediction by drawing a black line on the graph below. See instructions.
a. Complete the legend (black will represent ocean pH)
b. Create a pH scale along the y-axis on the right side of the graph. Note: Do NOT make your scale from 0 to 14. Keep it
centered around your prediction.
c. Find the year 1988 on the x-axis. Ocean pH was 8.1 in 1988. Place a black dot at this location on the graph.
d. Starting from the dot, create a line that shows your predicted change in ocean pH from 1988 to current.
LEGEND:
8.25
Red = CO2 Atmospheri
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7.95
DATA IN THE CLASSROOM: LEVEL 2
Measuring Changes in pH
1. Predicted vs Actual Change in Ocean pH: After completing the online activities in Level 2, compare your predictions from
Level 1 with the actual changes in ocean pH.
What words or numbers complete the sentences? Type the 2 missing words or values below.
2. Illustrate the Actual Change in Ocean pH: Draw a line on the graph to show the actual change in ocean pH over time.
a. Note: the pH scale along the secondary y-axis is completed for you.
b. Complete the legend (black will represent ocean pH)
c. Draw a black trend line on the map to show the long-term trend in ocean pH over time.
LEGEND:
Red =
Blue =
Black =
3. Analyzing Short & Long-term Changes in Ocean pH: How much does ocean pH vary over short and long time scales?
1. How is acidification different along the coast? Watch the interactive animation & answer the question below.
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identify and describe TWO processes that can affect ocean C02
2. Detecting Acidification Near the Coast: Use the map tool to collect & analyze ocean pH data at two locations, Hawaii
and coastal Washington, between 2010 and 2017. Record below.
3. Construct an Explanation: Is ocean acidification is occurring in Washington, in the same way that it is in Hawaii? Answer
the question using the claim, evidence, reasoning table below.
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4. Coastal Acidification: How would you define coastal acidification? Use your answers in Q1-3 to help form a definition, in
your own words.
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DATA IN THE CLASSROOM: LEVEL 4
Acidification’s Impact on Animals
1. Acidification’s Effect on Shell Building Animals: Use the online graphic titled ‘Ocean Acidification–What Does it Mean
for Oysters?’ to answer the question below.
2. How is Acidification Impacting Oysters? Aragonite saturation state (Ω) is a measurement that describes the tendency
for calcium carbonate to form or to dissolve. What is the relationship between aragonite saturation state, CO2 and pH?
Increases
When CO2 in the atmosphere increases, ocean CO2 ………....…………..
Increases
When ocean CO2 ………..……………..….…….., pH …...……......……………………
Decreases
When pH ………......……………………….......,
Decreases Ω …...……......……………………...……
tendencyforcal
cium carbonate to form decreases
3. How is Acidification Impacting Oysters? Complete the table below to show WHEN ocean conditions might negatively
affect the growth and survival of larval Pacific oysters. For each month, write the % of observations that fall below the
threshold (Ω < 1.5 and Ω < 2.0).
Aragonite saturation Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
state (Ω) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs) (% obs)
22% 2% 3% 1% 0% 1% 0% 9% 6% 9%
Ω < 1.5 16% 11%
lethal conditions
4. Construct an Explanation: Given the current conditions in Washington, will larval oysters have enough aragonite to
grow and build shells? Answer the question using the claim, evidence, reasoning table below.
Design an Investigation
1. Develop Your Question: Ask a question that can be answered using the data available in Level 5 of the module.
Some sample questions are below.
○ How has water chemistry in the Gulf of Maine been affected by global increases in atmospheric CO2?
○ Does ocean pH in the Gulf of Maine follow the same seasonal pattern as coastal Washington?
○ Do the current conditions in the Gulf of Maine support the growth and survival of the soft-shell clam?
○ In 20, 50 or 100 years, will conditions in the Gulf of Maine be suitable for soft-shelled clams and other shellfish?
2. Collect Data: Identify the data that you need to answer your question. If possible, paste or attach your data maps or
charts to this document.
Ocean pH l
evel
sin the Gul
fofMai
ne 2007-2015
3. Use the claim, evidence, reasoning format to help answer your question.
Evidence: Include specific data from the the The level sofCO2 are extremel
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than 300
data maps, graphs or charts you have analyzed. throughoutthe years. The same occurswi
th pH l
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s,astheyvaryfrom
8.27 to 7.95