Friday, August 29, 2008

9) How important are Coral Reefs to us?


How important are Coral Reefs to us and other species?

Coral reefs provide habitat for 250, 000 known species with thousands yet to be discovered.

1st importance: Science & Medicine[ expand scientific knowledge ]
* It provides new medical compounds and technology for bone grafting.

2nd importance: Environmental
*It protects coastlines and beaches from storm damage by acting as natural barriers.

3rd importance: Food and Species
* It sustains the fish/shellfish that is the primary protein for 1 billion poeple.

4th importance: Tourism & Recreation
*It attracts millions of tourists every year.

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