Coral Bleaching

Coral bleaching is due to global warming...

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What happens to corals during a bleaching event?

• They grow faster

• They expel the algae living in their tissues

• They become more colorful

• They attract more fish

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What is one of the main causes of coral bleaching?

• Excessive fishing

• Rising sea temperatures

• Increased boat traffic

• Overpopulation of fish

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Which of the following is a major source of pollution impacting coral reefs?

• Solar energy

• Agricultural runoff

• Wind turbines

• Geothermal energy

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What is a potential solution to combat climate change and help coral reefs?

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• Cutting down more trees

• Building more factories

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What is one way individuals can help support coral reef conservation?

• Using more plastic products

• Supporting sustainable seafood choices

• Ignoring environmental regulations

• Increasing carbon footprint

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What causes coral bleaching?

• oil spills

• warmer water temperatures

• overfishing

• red tide

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What is it called when coral loses its color?

• bleaching

• white out

• colorization

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What is the primary symbiotic organism involved in coral bleaching?

• Zooxanthellae

• Phytoplankton

• Diatoms

• Cyanobacteria

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Which environmental factor is most directly linked to triggering coral bleaching events?

• Increased salinity

• Decreased water clarity

• Rising sea temperatures

• Higher nutrient levels