Coral Reefs Science Book Quiz p 218

What role do coral reefs play in energy resources?

• They have no role.

• They are important in energy conservation.

• They produce energy.

• They consume energy.

What happens to corals when the ocean water becomes too warm?

• They turn blue.

• They grow faster.

• They lose their colors and appear white.

• They become stronger.

What does white coral indicate?

• The coral is healthy.

• The coral is unhealthy.

• The coral is growing.

• The coral is old.

What is one way to help protect coral reefs?

• Use more nonrenewable resources.

• Use renewable energy sources.

• Avoid using any energy.

• Increase fossil fuel usage.

Why is using renewable resources beneficial for coral reefs?

• It increases coral growth.

• It prevents more coral from being used.

• It makes corals colorful.

• It has no effect on corals.

What is a sign that coral reefs are unhealthy?

• They are colorful.

• They are growing.

• They appear white.

• They are shrinking.

What is the effect of warm ocean waters on coral reefs?

• Coral bleaching.

• Coral strengthening.

• Coral growth.

• Coral coloring.

What are some nonrenewable resources made from?

• Coral fossils.

• Coral plants.

• Coral animals.

• Coral water.

What might you not think of when considering energy-resource conservation?

• Coral reefs.

• Solar panels.

• Wind turbines.

• Electric cars.

How do coral reefs change?

• Depending on the weather.

• Depending on how healthy Earth is.

• Depending on the time of day.

• Depending on the season.