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Why can't coral reefs survive more than 40 meters below the ocean's surface?
Living coral must remain relatively close to the surface of the water so that the symbiotic algae can have access to sunshine. The algae requires sunshine in order to complete photosynthesis which provides oxygen to the coral.
What type of algae forms coral reef?
Microscopic Algae live in coral reefs
What algae forms coral reefs?
algae's which r not bleached
What are the 3 most important plants in coral reefs?
Seagrasses Kelp Marine Algae and Seaweed are the main plants in coral reefs
What plant life inhabit coral reefs?
Algae.
What color algae help to form coral reefs?
red
What kind of Algae live in coral reefs?
I do not know that is why am on here
What plants can be found in the coral reef?
Algae are the most common plant found in coral reefs.
What color algae are important in the formation of coral reefs?
Red/pinkish.
What is the relationship between the coral polyps and the algae that live in them?
Coral and algae (specifically the algae called zooxanthellae) have an intimate symbiotic relationship. The algae live inside the coral, and provide it with sugars and other photosynthesis byproducts. The coral provides the algae with nutrients for photosynthesis and a safe place to live and reproduce.
Is algae part of the coral reef ecosystem?
Algae plays a vital role in the coral reef ecosystem. Firstly, algae feeds the zooplankton that forms part of the base of the foodchain of the coral reefs. Secondly, algae live inside the actual coral, and are responsible for providing the coral with a huge amount of energy.
Why do coral reefs need agitated waters to grow?
The agitation clears away sediment, which can block the light that is required for the photosynethic algae to grow on coral reefs. The removal of sedimentation also enables them to properly respirate, otherwise the tiny coral polyps could suffocate. The water where coral reef's flourish also lack many nutrients, which is why it is clear. The waves (agitation) help deliver nutrients to animals, like sponges, that have a symbiotic relationship with the coral reef.
