Acidification

(n) //əˌsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn//

Meaning

This is the process of becoming acidic or making something acidic

Pronunciation

UK /əˌsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/

US /əˌsɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/

Example Sentences

Ocean acidification, caused by increased carbon dioxide, makes it harder for shellfish and corals to survive.

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