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By adding various chemicals and stuff which can cause pollution to the sea can cause alot of damage to Coral Reefs as well as the aquatic animals.

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Are coral reefs affected by pollution?

yes, because we are talking out corals .that nis why coral reef affect by pollution


Why is coral reef in danger?

pollution


Does pollution kill the coral reef?

Yes, it does.


Is there any animals endanger in the coral reef?

yes, crown of thorns starfish eats coral reef, humans damage reef from boats, anchors, pollution


What are some interesting facts about the coral reef?

people are killing the coral reefs by pollution.


How long does it take for a coral reef to be destroyed?

it depends on where it is and the pollution levels in the water.


What kind of problem do coral reefs have?

The biggest problem facing Coral Reefs is water pollution. The tiny animal that make up the reef, Coral Polyps, are extremely sensitive to changes in their environment. Man-made pollution can caused Coral 'die offs' that wipe out large areas of a reef in a short period of time. "Pollution" factors can include the raising of the water temperature surrounding the reef, as well as chemical pollution. Some sea animals do feed on Coral Polyps, but that effect is minimal and a part of the natural environment.


What are the harmful practice of man that can cause destruction of coral reef?

Coastal congestion,coastal pollution,and coastal migration contribute to the destruction of coral reefs.Coastal construction also disturbs the coral reef ecosystem.


What is often responsible for coral reef destruction?

Water pollution is one of the major things that destroys coral reef. When I went snorkeling in the Bahamas, we weren't allowed to wear any kind of sunblock, suntan lotion, etc. into the water, because even that can destroy coral reef.


What environmental factors affect a coral reef?

Wast and oil spills


Is the great coral reef the same as the Great Barrier Reef?

No. A coral reef is just a reef made out of coral. There are many other kinds of reefs. A coral reef is just one kind. The Great Barrier Reef is a specific coral reef. There are many other coral reefs in the world.


What type of site is the Great Barrier Reef?

The Great Barrier Reef is a coral reef.