Corals Can Photosynthesize And, Therefore, Provide Their Own Nutrients

question 56

True/False

Corals can photosynthesize and, therefore, provide their own nutrients.

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Definitions:

Ciliary Action

The movement of cilia, small hair-like structures, to move particles or fluid over their surface, commonly seen in respiratory and reproductive tracts.

Smooth Muscle

Involuntary, non-striated muscle found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach, intestines, and blood vessels.

Hyaline Cartilage

Gelatinous, glossy cartilage tissue consisting of cartilage cells and their matrix; contains collagen, proteoglycans, and water.

Elastic Cartilage

A type of flexible cartilage that contains elastic fibers, enabling structures like the ear and epiglottis to return to their original shape after being bent or stretched.