The word that best describes the relationship between polyps and algae is symbiotic. This relationship is essential for the health of coral reefs, as the algae provide photosynthesis that supports the coral polyps, while the polyps offer a protected environment and nutrients for the algae.
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Which word best describes the relationship between polyps and algae?(1 point)
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photosynthetic
photosynthetic
exoskeletal
exoskeletal
symbiotic
symbiotic
bleached
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