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Two phyla that are not typically found in coral reefs are the Phylum Chordata, which includes vertebrates like mammals and birds, and the Phylum Arthropoda, which encompasses insects and terrestrial crustaceans. While some marine arthropods, like certain crabs and shrimp, may inhabit reef areas, the majority of arthropods and all chordates are primarily found in other environments. Coral reefs are predominantly home to invertebrates, particularly those from phyla like Cnidaria and Mollusca.
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2 fact about coral reefs?
they have over 60 species of coral
What 10 countries have coral reefs?
Most tropical countries- Here are some:AustraliaTanzaniaEgyptJordanIsraelYemenSaudi ArabiaThailandPalauBelizeBahamasMexicoKenyaMaldivesIndonesiaPhilippinesThere are lots more.
What are the advantages of having coral reefs?
Coral reefs: 1. Increase aquatic biodiversity 2. Act as a habitat for aquatic organisms 3. Are used in bone replacements
What will happen if the coral reefs are destroyed?
C. The effects of coral reef destruction are: 1. Coral reefs protect the land from storm and tidal surges, so when they are all destroyed frequent costal flooding occurs 2. Coral reefs are probable sources of medicines to cure the diseases that currently run rampant across the earth. Chemicals found in reefs have been used to treat ulcers, heart disease, leukemia and more. 3. Coral reefs absorb carbon dioxide and use it to form their shells if they are no more coral reefs then there would be more carbon dioxide in the ocean and our atmosphere.
What living organisms make up coral reefs?
Coral polyps create the large hard structures known as coral reefs. The coral grows due to the build up of calcium carbonate that the corals secret.
What effects does this silt have on coral reefs?
Sediments can: (1) Block sunlight from penetrating through the water, there fore coral polyps cannot photosynthesize. (2) Clog pores of the coral , suffocating them. (3) Exhaust there mucous membrane cleaning mechanism.
How long will the coral reefs last if nothing is done to them?
Another 2 or 3 decades
What percent of coral reefs were killed by coral bleaching in the Indian Ocean?
The Sea temp increased 2 degrees and 90% of the coral reef around the Indian ocean was killed or bleached
Describe 2 factors that can damage coral reefs?
I know 3 factors that can damage the Coral Reefs! 1.Dinamite Fishing 2.Muro Ami Fishing 3.Cyanide Fishing ☺☻☺☻THATS ALL!☺☻☺☻
Why do so many animals live in coral reef?
The Coral Reefs are so abundant in different creatures for a number of reasons. For some it gives places to hide. Others a place to look for prey because they know small fish go there to hide.
What is the average depth of a coral reef?
The average depth of a coral reef can vary widely, but most coral reefs are found in shallow tropical waters around 20-30 meters (65-100 feet) deep. However, some reefs can extend to depths of over 100 meters (330 feet).
What makes up coral reefs?
Coral are extremely ancient animals that evolved into reef-building forms over the last 25 million years. Coral reefs are among the most biologically diverse regions on Earth. Only tropical rainforests might provide homes for more species of plant and animal life. Even though they cover only a tiny fraction (less than .2 percent) of the ocean's bottom, coral reefs contain more than 25 percent of all marine life.
