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Dissolving Sea Shells

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Several different shaped sea shells

Make a model of a sea shell in an ocean environment, and see what happens to it when the water becomes more acidic.

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Disclaimer: These resources are for educational and informational purposes only. Always do activities in the appropriate environment, with adult supervision, and following the necessary safety guidelines for the materials involved. Pacific Science Center is not liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the information provided on our website.

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