The large-scale growth of coral reefs millions of years ago was primarily triggered by the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae. This symbiotic relationship allows corals to photosynthesize, which provides them with energy and nutrients, promoting reef growth.
Which of the following triggered large-scale growth of coral reefs millions of years ago? (1 point)
• the effect of tsunamis on marine life
• the extinction of some species of algae
• the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae
the evolution of new species of fishes
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