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What is a key ecosystem service provided by salt marshes?
What is a key ecosystem service provided by salt marshes?
- Flood protection (correct)
- Carbon sequestration
- Habitat provision for marine species
- Water filtration
Which coastal ecosystem serves as a critical nursery habitat for fish and shellfish species?
Which coastal ecosystem serves as a critical nursery habitat for fish and shellfish species?
- Estuaries (correct)
- Mangroves
- Coral reefs
- Salt marshes
What is a distinctive feature of coral reefs in terms of coastal protection?
What is a distinctive feature of coral reefs in terms of coastal protection?
- Filtering pollutants from water
- Reducing coastal erosion (correct)
- Supporting fisheries
- Attracting tourists
How do mangroves contribute to climate change mitigation?
How do mangroves contribute to climate change mitigation?
What is a shared function of estuaries and salt marshes in terms of water quality improvement?
What is a shared function of estuaries and salt marshes in terms of water quality improvement?
Which coastal ecosystem is primarily valued for its biodiversity and its support to fisheries?
Which coastal ecosystem is primarily valued for its biodiversity and its support to fisheries?
What characteristic is unique to mangroves among the listed ecosystems?
What characteristic is unique to mangroves among the listed ecosystems?
Which ecosystem is primarily flooded and drained by salt water brought in by tides?
Which ecosystem is primarily flooded and drained by salt water brought in by tides?
Which ecosystem is known for being extremely diverse and hosting a wide array of marine life?
Which ecosystem is known for being extremely diverse and hosting a wide array of marine life?
What ecosystem serves as breeding grounds and nurseries for many marine species?
What ecosystem serves as breeding grounds and nurseries for many marine species?
Which ecosystem is characterized by the colonies of coral polyps secreting calcium carbonate?
Which ecosystem is characterized by the colonies of coral polyps secreting calcium carbonate?
Which ecosystem plays a crucial role in filtering pollutants and stabilizing shorelines?
Which ecosystem plays a crucial role in filtering pollutants and stabilizing shorelines?
