What happens after coral is bleached?(1 point)
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After coral is bleached, it may die if the stressor continues or persists, causing the colonies to become fragile and susceptible to disease. If the stressor is removed, some species of corals may recover and regain their color and normal functions. However, if the stressor is not mitigated, the coral will eventually die, and the reef ecosystem will be disrupted. The loss of coral reefs has significant impacts on both marine and human life, including reduced biodiversity, loss of habitat for fish and other marine organisms, and economic losses for industries that depend on coral reef ecosystems.