Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following statement is NOT true about coral reefs?
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 4 i.e. They are found mainly dead.
Key Points
Points to know about Coral reefs:
- It is formed due to accumulation and the compaction of skeletons of lime secreting organisms known as coral polyps.
- It is found mainly in the tropical oceans and seas because they require a high mean annual temperature ranging between 20°C to 25°C.
- They do not live in deeper waters due to a lack of sufficient sunlight and oxygen.
- Only 10% of corals found dead.
- Corals are found mainly alive and breathe like any other aquatic plants.
- Gulf of manner, Andaman and Nicobar island, and Lakshadweep island are the examples of Coral reefs.
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