Rising ocean temperatures have primarily led to coral bleaching, as corals become stressed and expel the symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) living within them. This expulsion results in the loss of color and a reduction in the corals' photosynthetic capabilities, which can ultimately lead to decreased growth and survival rates. Therefore, the most accurate response is: Corals become bleached as they expel algae with increased temperatures.
How have rising ocean temperatures affected coral communities? (1 point) Responses Corals become less photosynthetic as the surrounding temperature increases. Corals become less photosynthetic as the surrounding temperature increases. Corals find fewer food sources when algal blooms increase due to warmer waters. Corals find fewer food sources when algal blooms increase due to warmer waters. Corals attract fewer algal species when they become warmer. Corals attract fewer algal species when they become warmer. Corals become bleached as they expel algae with increased temperatures.
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