Coral Reefs Are Highly Productive and Diverse Ecosystems Because

question 75

Multiple Choice

Coral reefs are highly productive and diverse ecosystems because :

• A)they are made of limestone that supports many species of zooplankton with high productivity.
• B)corals produce limestone skeletons that create habitats for many ocean species.
• C)they are composed of polyps that live in and are adapted to warm, shallow tropical waters with high nutrient availability.
• D)they have high turnover rates with high polyp production.

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