What happens after coral is bleached?(1 point) Responses The coral is susceptible to starvation. The coral is susceptible to starvation. The coral dies immediately. The coral dies immediately. The coral produces peroxides. The coral produces peroxides. The coral releases algae into the ocean.

Answer 1

After coral is bleached, the coral is susceptible to starvation. Coral bleaching occurs when corals expel the symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) that live in their tissues, which provide them with nutrients and color. Without these algae, corals cannot perform photosynthesis effectively and may starve if they are unable to recover and re-establish their symbiotic relationship.