Coral reefs

Coral reefs

Coral reefs are structures formed from the calcium carbonate secretions of corals. They are colonies of tiny animals in marine areas containing few nutrients.

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Germinal epithelium

Natural environment; Coral reefs

The tissues of the primary reproductive organs that produce eggs and sperm cells.

Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA )

Natural environment; Coral reefs

The MPRSA (1972) provides protection for many coral reefs by authorising NOAA to designate areas as marine sanctuaries and promulgate regulations for the conservation and management of those areas. ...

Algaecide

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A chemical agent specifically designed and used to kill or inhibit the growth of algae; also called 'algicide'.

Geostrophic current

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A flow that sustains a balance between Coriolis deflection and a pressure gradient.

Buoy

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A floating platform for navigational purposes or supporting scientific instruments that measure environmental conditions.

Tropical depression

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A mass of thunderstorms and clouds generally with a cyclonic wind circulation of between 20 and 34 knots.

Community-based ecosystem management

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A process whereby non-government organizations, community groups, or individuals participate in long-term management of selected species, habitats, or ecosystem processes with the ultimate goal of ...