What Does CCSR Stand For?

CCSR stands for Calcium Carbonate Saturation Ratio

The Calcium Carbonate Saturation Ratio (CCSR) is a critical parameter used in the fields of environmental science, geology, and marine chemistry. It represents the balance between calcium carbonate ions in solution and the potential for calcium carbonate to precipitate or dissolve. A CCSR value greater than one indicates supersaturation, leading to precipitation, while a value less than one suggests undersaturation, resulting in dissolution. Monitoring CCSR is essential for understanding carbonate chemistry in aquatic systems, assessing coral reef health, and evaluating the impacts of ocean acidification.