Coral Reef Interactions
6th Grade · Science · 45 min· Ngss Ms-ls2-4
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Learning Objective
I can describe how living and non-living things interact in a coral reef ecosystem.
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Stony corals create the foundation of the reef by forming stone skeletons from calcium carbonate.
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Soft corals and sponges attach to the hard surfaces created by stony corals, adding complexity and color to the reef.
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Herbivorous and corallivorous fish help maintain the reef's structure by eating algae and coral.
