WorksheetsUnderstanding Coral Bleaching
Total questions: 1
Worksheet time: 15mins
1-10.
Answer the questions below after watching the video
What organization is associated with the Coral Reef Watch program?
NOAA
NASA
WWF
UNESCO
What is the primary cause of the current global coral bleaching event?
Invasive species
Ocean warming
Overfishing
Pollution
Which of the following is not a direct cause of coral bleaching?
Ocean warming
Pollution
Ocean acidification
Solar flares
How have coral reefs been metaphorically described in relation to their warning about environmental conditions?
The canaries in the coal mine
The guardians of the sea
The lungs of the ocean
The watchtowers of the ocean
Approximately what percentage of ocean life depends on coral reefs at some point?
50%
25%
75%
10%
Coral reefs are compared to which terrestrial ecosystem due to their biodiversity?
Rainforests
Tundra
Deserts
Grasslands
What is the estimated annual contribution of coral reefs to the US economy?
$3 million
$300 million
$3 billion
$30 billion
What percentage of storm energy can coral reefs attenuate during events like hurricanes?
50%
100%
70%
90%
A bleached coral is not necessarily dead. What condition is essential for its recovery?
Lower water temperatures
Increased sunlight
More algae in the water
Higher water temperatures
What advanced approach is emphasized for ensuring the survival of coral species?
Artificial intelligence monitoring
Cutting-edge science and restoration techniques
Global cooling efforts
Legislation banning coral trade
