What is a coral reef?
It is a layer of living tiny animals called coral polyps
In this photo, you can see...
a fringing reef
Where are coral reefs located?
shallow tropical and subtropical waters
Which of the following is NOT the living condition of coral reefs?
temperature is between 18 - 26 °C
warm deep salt water
lots of sunlight
water must be clear
State one of the benefits of 'cool burns'.
Minimal flora, fauna, soil damage/ weed management/ reduce greenhouse gas emission/ no impact on farming properties and cattle grazing lands, etc.
In this photo, you can see...
an atoll
Give one example of coastal wetlands.
sandy/stony shores, lagoons, mangroves (on the beach), etc.
What is the size of a coral polyp? (in diameter)
1-10mm in diameter
State one benefit of coral reefs.
protect coastlines from storms and erosion, provide jobs, offer opportunities for recreation, source of food, source of medicine
In this photo, you can see...
a barrier reef