Ecologists Monitor Sea Temperatures

What makes corals in Cyprus unique and important?

• They support biodiversity and are emblematic.

• They are the largest coral species in the world.

• They are found only in the tropics.

• They are unaffected by environmental changes.

What was the observed impact on corals in Cyprus during the 2015 temperature anomaly?

• All corals recovered fully.

• No corals were affected.

• 20-30% of corals died, and some did not recover.

• Corals grew faster due to the warmer temperatures.

How does unsustainable coastal development affect corals?

• It disrupts coral habitats and damages them.

• It provides more nutrients for coral growth.

• It has no impact on corals.

• It increases coral biodiversity.

What is eutrophication, and how does it impact corals?

• It is the process of coral bleaching due to sunlight.

• It is the natural growth of corals in nutrient-rich waters.

• It is the reduction of water temperature, helping corals.

• It is the increase of nutrients in water, harming corals.

Why is educating children about coral conservation important?

• Children can immediately stop climate change.

• Children are unaffected by environmental changes.

• Children are the only ones who can monitor corals.

• Children are the future users and protectors of the environment.