Coral Reefs

What is coral made of?

• Rocks

• Plants

• Sand

• Animals

What do coral polyps secrete to build the reef?

• Shells

• Sand

• Limestone

• Algae

What is the main diet of nurse sharks?

• Fish

• Algae

• Squid

• Shellfish

What do sea turtles rely on the coral reef for?

• Nesting

• Warmth

• Food

• Protection

What is the relationship between clownfish and anemones?

• Neutral

• Predator-Prey

• Symbiotic

• Competitive

How do parrotfish contribute to beach formation?

• By eating algae

• By excreting sand

• By building sandcastles

• By collecting shells

What is the nickname given to coral reefs?

• Jungles of the Water

• Oases of the Ocean

• Rainforests of the Sea

• Rainforests of the Desert

What is the main threat to coral reefs mentioned in the text?

• Volcanic Eruptions

• Overfishing

• Global Cooling

• Deforestation

What can individuals do to help protect coral reefs?

• Recycle

• Increase pollution

• Waste water

• Ignore trash

What is the consequence of declining turtle populations on coral reefs?

• Improved ecosystem health

• Increased coral growth

• Decreased algae growth

• Destruction of the reef