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How do artificial reefs affect a marine ecosystem's stability?

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Explanation: When formed around artificial reefs, they encourage a high diversity of other marine plants and fishes to set up home in the area. This in turn increases the production of oxygen underwater and reduces oxygen deficiency in deeper areas.

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