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Yes, they have chitinous exoskeletons.

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How do you make coral?

Coral is not made by us.It is made up of exoskeletons of dead minuscule organisms found in the sea which form reefs.


Is coral an invertebrate?

Yes it is I had to look it up for a science project.


How do coral animals build their houses?

Coral animals, known as polyps, extract calcium carbonate from ocean water and use it to build their hard exoskeletons. These exoskeletons form the structure of coral reefs as multiple polyps work together to create a complex network of interconnected skeletons. Over time, the accumulation of these skeletons contributes to the growth and formation of coral reefs.


If Jacque cousteau recognized that coral reef exoskeletons were composed of calcium carbonate CO2 production then why not marine biologists of 2014?

Jacques-Yves Cousteau recognized that coral reef exoskeletons were composed of calcium carbonate dissolved in CO2 production because of his extensive research in the underwater world.


If Jacques Cousteau recognized that coral reef exoskeletons were composed of calcium carbonate dissolved CO2 production then why not marine biologists of 2014?

Jacques-Yves Cousteau recognized that coral reef exoskeletons were composed of calcium carbonate dissolved CO2 production, thanks to his research in the underwater world, field not covered by marine biologists.


Is coral related to jellyfish?

yes they are related


What is made by tiny tube shape animals called polyps?

Polyps create calcium carbonate exoskeletons, forming the architecture of coral reefs. These exoskeletons accumulate and combine over time to create the familiar solid structures of coral reefs that we see in the ocean.


What is coral polyps geographically?

Coral polyps are found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world, typically in shallow, clear ocean environments. They form coral reefs through calcium carbonate exoskeletons secreted by the polyps, creating complex and diverse ecosystems that support a wide variety of marine life.


Do dolphins have exoskeletons?

no, they are mammals no mammals have exoskeletons


Do flys have exoskeletons?

Yes, all insects have exoskeletons.


Do earthworms have exoskeletons?

No, the don't. For example, crabs have exoskeletons.


How do coral reefs form?

Coral reefs form as coral polyps secrete calcium carbonate to create hard skeletons that build up over time. These skeletons create the structure and foundation for the reef, which then grows as more coral polyps settle and reproduce on top of existing skeletons. Over time, this process creates the diverse and intricate ecosystems we know as coral reefs.