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Rising Sea Surface Temperatures (SST) lead to the breakdown of the coral-algal symbiosis. When temperatures exceed a coral's threshold for a prolonged period, the zooxanthellae are expelled, leaving the white calcium carbonate skeleton visible—a process known as bleaching. 3.2 Ocean Acidification Increased atmospheric CO2cap C cap O sub 2

Reef organisms are being studied for potential treatments for cancer, HIV, and cardiovascular diseases. 3. Primary Threats to Coral Health CoralReef.7z

The removal of herbivorous fish (like parrotfish) leads to macroalgae overgrowth, which smothers young corals. Rising Sea Surface Temperatures (SST) lead to the

The decline of coral cover is driven by a synergy of global and local stressors. 3.1 Global Climate Change the zooxanthellae are expelled