Our Planet · Topic 39 of 50
Coral Bleaching
⭐ MasteredCoral bleaching happens when corals lose the algae living in their tissues, usually because the water is too warm. Without the algae, corals turn white and can die.
💡 Fun fact
Coral reefs support about a quarter of all marine species, although they cover a small part of the ocean floor.
All about Coral Bleaching
Coral bleaching happens when corals lose the algae living in their tissues, usually because the water is too warm. Without the algae, corals turn white and can die.
Coral reefs support a huge share of ocean life.
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Real-life uses of Coral Bleaching
- Studying ocean warming
- Protecting reefs
- Learning about climate change
Frequently asked questions about Coral Bleaching
What causes coral bleaching?
Warm water making corals lose their algae.
What colour do bleached corals turn?
White.