Asked by ashok Gadiparthi on Jun 08, 2024
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What is required for a coral reef to thrive?
A) cold water
B) dissolved oxygen and nutrients
C) cloudy water
D) salinity that fluctuates with the tides
Coral Reef
A marine ecosystem characterized by reef-building corals, housing diverse species of marine life, and are crucial for protecting coastlines and supporting marine biodiversity.
- Fathom the physical circumstances and evolutionary adaptations of entities in assorted water environments.
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Morgan-Lissette EtheridgeJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Coral reefs require dissolved oxygen and nutrients to support the growth of their zooxanthellae (algae) and coral polyps. Cold water, cloudy water, and fluctuating salinity can all have negative impacts on the health of a coral reef.
Learning Objectives
- Fathom the physical circumstances and evolutionary adaptations of entities in assorted water environments.