The Secret Life of Corals

Question 1

Coral reefs are not sensitive to temperature changes

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

What do coral reefs provide? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

habitat for the fish we eat, coastal protection during severe weather, compounds for the medicines we take

Question 3

Corals prefer clear shallow waters because they need sunlight to grow.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Covering less than 1% of the ocean floor, coral reefs are home to an estimated 25% of all marine species

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

Zooxanthellae (algae) help corals by providing food for the corals.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

Where can you find coral reefs around the world?

Accepted Answer

Warmer waters near the equator

Question 7

What can individuals do to help coral reefs stay healthy? Select two answers.

Accepted Answer

Don't touch corals while snorkeling, Eat fish that are sustainably harvested

Question 8

Symbiosis happens when two different organisms live close together and interact in some way

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

Coral reefs are not being damaged by human activity and climate change

Accepted Answer

False

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