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Which of the following triggered large-scale growth of coral reefs millions of years ago?(1 point)
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the evolution of new species of fishes
the evolution of new species of fishes

the extinction of some species of algae
the extinction of some species of algae

the effect of tsunamis on marine life
the effect of tsunamis on marine life

the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae

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the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae

Explanation: The symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) supply corals with energy via photosynthesis, enabling rapid calcium‑carbonate deposition and large‑scale reef growth.