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Yes very, it takes years for them to build. Sand blocking their sunlight can kill them and the pressure of people standing on them isn't good either

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Q: Are coral reefs fragile
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What is a diverse and fragile ecosystems formed from coral shells of calcium carbonate?

You think of course to coral reefs.


Why are coral reefs fragile?

Coral reefs are fragile ecosystems because they are sensitive to changes in water temperature, pollution, and physical damage. When these factors are disrupted, coral reefs become stressed and can have difficulty recovering, leading to a decline in health and biodiversity. Additionally, human activities such as overfishing and coastal development contribute to the fragility of coral reefs.


How many coral reefs die each year?

In some areas of the world, coral reefs are dying. Pollution, tourism and fishing all pose hazards to what are relatively fragile ecosystems. No doubt there are some isolated coral reefs which are thriving.


What structures do coral colonies produce?

Coral Reefs


Are dolphins in the coral reefs?

no dolphins are not in coral reefs.


What coral reef is in California?

There are no coral reefs IN California


Where does the name coral reef come from?

The reason they are called Coral Reef is because there are lots of coral in those locations, and they are also called coral reefs or reefs of coral reefs of coral too.


Are coral reefs can be gas for ships?

are coral reefs can be gas of ships?


What is deterioration of coral reefs?

Coral reefs are being killed by pollutants.


What is happening to your coral reefs?

our coral reefs are dying, check out our website destructionofcoralreefs.weebly.com


Do angelfish live in coral reefs?

Yes angelfish do live in the coral reefs.


Where is the location of coral reefs?

Coral reefs are located in warm and shallow places.