Coral bleaching primarily affects the biodiversity of the water. It occurs when corals lose their symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) due to stress factors such as increased water temperature, pollution, or acidity. This loss not only impacts the corals themselves but also the numerous species that depend on coral reefs for habitat and food, thereby reducing overall marine biodiversity.
Coral bleaching affects(1 point)
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the temperature of the water.
the temperature of the water.
the biodiversity of the water.
the biodiversity of the water.
the acidity of the water.
the acidity of the water.
the color of the water.
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