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Ecosystems: Mangroves and Salt Marshes

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What role do mangroves play in terms of coastal protection?

Providing critical habitat for fish and shellfish

Storing carbon dioxide to reduce climate change impact

Acting as natural barriers against storm surges

Buffering storms, waves, and erosion (correct)

Which ecosystem is known for its function in flood protection?

Estuaries

Coral reefs

Salt marshes (correct)

Mangroves

What is the primary function of coral reefs in supporting biodiversity?

Acting as a nursery habitat for fish and shellfish

Providing critical habitat for a quarter of marine species (correct)

Attracting tourists for recreational activities

Storing carbon in plant biomass

How do estuaries contribute to flood protection?

Absorb floodwaters to reduce storm impact Signup and view all the answers

In what way do salt marshes support fisheries?

Supporting commercial and subsistence fisheries Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main anthropogenic influences that can reduce the capacity of coastal ecosystems to provide protection services?

Habitat destruction Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is characterized by trees and shrubs adapted to saline conditions?

Mangroves Signup and view all the answers

Where are coral reefs typically found?

In warm, shallow waters Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is known for serving as breeding grounds and nurseries for many marine species?

Estuaries Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is formed by colonies of coral polyps that secrete calcium carbonate?

Coral reefs Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is characterized by coastal wetlands flooded and drained by salt water brought in by the tides?

Salt marshes Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is crucial in filtering pollutants and stabilizing shorelines?