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Understanding the Role of Climate Change in Coral Reef Degradation
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What is the primary cause of coral bleaching?
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Increased water temperature
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When water temperatures rise above a certain threshold, corals expel the symbiotic algae that live in their tissues and provide them with food and energy. This process, known as bleaching, can lead to the death of the coral if the stress is prolonged.