Green Warrior Class 5 Life Below Water

Asked by AKSHAY GURU VARADHARAJAN · SRI CHAITANYA TECHNO SCHOOL, JAYANTI NAGAR.

When ocean temperatures rise, corals expel the colorful algae living in their tissues, turning them completely white. This process is known as "Coral Bleaching." Why is this a major concern for the environment?

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A It makes the ocean look more beautiful to divers.
B Bleached corals provide more food for small fish.
C Corals are "nurseries" for 25% of all marine life; without them, the food chain collapses.
D White corals reflect sunlight and keep the water cool.

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Answer: C. Corals are "nurseries" for 25% of all marine life; without them, the food chain collapses.

Answer: (C)
Simple Explanation: Corals act as a home and source of food for thousands of sea creatures. When corals die, those creatures lose their homes, which hurts the entire ocean ecosystem.

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When ocean temperatures rise, corals expel the colorful algae living in their tissues, turning them completely white. This process is known as "Coral Bleaching." Why is this a major concern for the environment?

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