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Coral Reefs: A Source of Food and Medicine
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What is the primary source of food for most coral reef organisms?
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Phytoplankton
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Phytoplankton are microscopic algae that form the base of the food web in coral reefs. They are consumed by zooplankton, which are in turn eaten by coral polyps and other reef organisms.