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Skeletons of living coral grow together to form a structure called a?
called hermatypic coral.
Is coral nonliving?
No, coral is a living organism. It is made up of tiny animals called polyps that secrete calcium carbonate to form a hard exoskeleton. Coral reefs are formed when many coral colonies grow together in a compact structure.
Does coral grow on rocks?
It grows on the sea beds, but that kinda is a rock. If a coral polyp lands on a rock, I guess coral can grow there! =)
What forms the structure called a coral reef?
Deposits of Coral Rocks
What forms a structure called a coral reef?
Deposits of Coral Rocks
Do coral grow?
yes
How much does a coral reef grow in a year?
They grow as much as 4.5 cm year. But colonies of coral grow as much as 10 cm a year
What is the purpose of a sargassum holdfast structure?
The purpose of a sargassum holdfast structure is to anchor the seaweed to a substrate, such as rocks or coral reefs, preventing it from drifting away. This anchoring allows the sargassum to grow and thrive in its environment.
What color algae are important in the formation of coral reefs?
Brown algae are important in the formation of coral reefs, as they provide a substrate for coral larvae to settle and grow. These algae also play a role in stabilizing the reef structure and providing food for various reef organisms.
Where does coral rose grow?
i am not telling you
A ring shape coral island found far from land is called?
A ring shaped coral island found for from land is called an atoll.
What is the basic structure of the coral animal?
Coral polyps are tiny animals that build protective calcium carbonate skeletons around themselves. Coral polyps create the basic structure of coral reefs with the help of single-celled algae.
