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Though at grave risk from global warming, coral reefs are thought to provide coastal-protection benefits worth billions of dollars.
—Saqib Rahim, WIRED, 11 Oct. 2024
Parrotfish, which have declined in some regions, can improve the health of coral reefs that safeguard coastal communities.
—Benji Jones, Vox, 9 Oct. 2024
Use Water Innovatively For island and coastal destinations, a thriving marine life, vibrant coral reefs and clean ocean water are crucial for business.
—Shrikant Dash, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Water depth and the type of habitat — rocky, sandy or coral reef — also played roles in the approaches the whales took.
—Randi Richardson, NBC News, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Coral reef.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coral%20reef. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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coral reef
noun
: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone
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