Coastal Seas Quiz

Which marine creatures live in the coastal waters?

• Anchovies

• Sharks

• Dolphins

• All of the above

What is the role of seagrass in fighting climate change?

• Creating safe nurseries for fish

• Providing food for wildlife

• Absorbing carbon dioxide

• Protecting coasts from hurricanes

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What percentage of marine species live in coral reefs?

• 90%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

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What is the main reason for the decline in shark populations?

• Overfishing

• Coral bleaching

• Climate change

• Seaweed overgrowth

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What is the importance of sharks in a coral reef ecosystem?

• Maintaining balance in the fish community

• Providing food for other marine species

• Protecting corals from parasites

• Increasing the resilience of the reef

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What happens to corals when sea temperatures rise?

• They attract more fish

• They produce more oxygen

• They grow faster

• They turn white

What is the effect of carbon dioxide on coral reefs?

• It reduces the number of fish

• It improves the health of the reef

• It increases the growth of corals

• It makes the reefs more acidic

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What is the role of kelp forests in the oceans?

• Creating safe nurseries for fish

• Protecting coasts from storms

• Absorbing carbon dioxide

• Providing food and shelter for marine life

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What is the impact of unsustainable fishing on fish stocks?

• They increase in number

• They become more diverse

• They collapse

• They migrate to other areas

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What is the consequence of jellyfish swarms in coastal seas?

• Decreased fish populations

• Increased biodiversity

• Enhanced coral growth

• Improved water quality

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