In Corals, Disease Is Associated with

question 17

Multiple Choice

In corals, disease is associated with

• A) Bleaching
• B) The presence of coral carnivores
• C) The presence of unusually dense concentrations of zooxanthellae
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Infrequent Bowel Movements

A condition characterized by less frequent passage of stool than is normal for the individual, often indicative of constipation.

Hard Stools

Feces that are firm or difficult to pass, often a symptom of constipation.

Fecal Collection

The process of collecting stool samples for testing or diagnostic purposes, often used to detect infections, inflammation, or digestive conditions.

Peristalsis

The series of wave-like muscle contractions that moves food through the digestive tract.