How can climate change affect the oceans? Reading

This passage educates children about the effects of climate change on oceans. It explains how warming temperatures cause sea levels to rise through thermal expansion and melting ice. The text introduces ocean acidification, describing how increased carbon dioxide makes oceans more acidic and harms shell-forming creatures. It mentions the impact on coral reefs and the potential changes to ocean currents. By connecting these effects to marine life and global weather patterns, the passage helps children understand the far-reaching consequences of climate change on our oceans and planet.