What was the primary focus of the USGS scientists' investigation in Kauai?

Impact of Cooler Groundwater on Coral Reefs

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To analyze the economic benefits of coral reefs
To explore the history of coral reefs in Hawaii
To investigate potential environmental drivers of coral disease
To study the impact of tourism on coral reefs
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of symbiotic microbes in coral health?
They provide structural support to corals
They protect corals from predators
They are a critical part of coral biology
They help corals in photosynthesis
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a characteristic feature of black band disease?
It is beneficial for coral growth
It is caused by a single type of bacteria
It involves multiple microbes, including cyanobacteria
It only affects deep-sea corals
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to coral reefs when they lose their colorful tissue?
They become more resistant to diseases
They are rapidly taken over by other algae
They start to regenerate immediately
They become more attractive to fish
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can cooler groundwater affect coastal ecosystems?
By increasing coral immunity
By carrying fertilizers and nutrients that disrupt balance
By reducing the presence of algae
By promoting coral growth
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a challenge faced by the team in collecting temperature data?
Lack of funding for equipment
Rainy weather preventing helicopter flights
Inaccessibility of the ocean surface
Shortage of thermal infrared cameras
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a sign that cooler groundwater may be seeping into the ocean?
Higher ocean temperatures
Decrease in fish population
Increase in coral diseases
Presence of bright green algae
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