Coral Reefs Flashcards
1
Q
Productivity level?
A
high
2
Q
Primary producer?
A
zooxanthellae
3
Q
Abiotic factors?
A
clear water, sunlight, low turbidity, shallow, warm, low sediment.
4
Q
Biotic factors?
A
prawns, scallops, fish, algae, anemones.
5
Q
Geographical locations?
A
Australia, coastlines, Fiji.
6
Q
Ecosystem services?
A
tourism, fishing, habitat, commercial harvest.
7
Q
Major threats?
A
overfishing, runoff, climate change, bleaching, disease, tourism.
8
Q
Management?
A
marine sanctuaries, zoning, permit system, Environmental Impact Assessment.
