The correct answer is the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae. This mutualistic relationship is crucial for the growth and health of coral reefs, as zooxanthellae are symbiotic algae that live within coral tissues and provide them with essential nutrients through photosynthesis.
Which of the following triggered large-scale growth of coral reefs millions of years ago?(1 point)
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the extinction of some species of algae
the extinction of some species of algae
the evolution of new species of fishes
the evolution of new species of fishes
the effect of tsunamis on marine life
the effect of tsunamis on marine life
the relationship between corals and zooxanthellae
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