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Coral Reefs: A Call to Action
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What is the primary cause of coral bleaching?
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Increased water temperature
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Coral bleaching occurs when corals expel the symbiotic algae living within their tissues, causing them to turn white. The primary cause of coral bleaching is elevated water temperatures, often associated with climate change.