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9. Why are coral reefs an important marine ecosystem?

Coral reefs are home to millions of species of marine animals.
Coral reefs fuel phytoplankton and zooplankton.
Coral reefs are home to large, endangered mammals, such as the right whale.
Coral reefs help to maintain the temperature of the ocean.
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Coral Reefs protects coastlines from storms and erosions

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• Q: Why are coral reefs an important marine ecosystem?
*A*: I believe the answer is, “A. Coral Reefs are home to millions of species of marine animals” because that is the only one that really mentions the word “Marine” in it.


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