The Hidden World Of Coral: Decomposer Or Builder?

Jun 10, 2024 · no, corals are not decomposers. They are marine invertebrates that obtain nutrients through a symbiotic relationship with photosynthetic algae living in their tissues. Jun 25, 2009 · corals are the main reef builders on tropical reefs. They make their own substrate, much of which remains as consolidated rock, the remainder becoming broken down to form. Aug 4, 2015 · the coral reef itself is an ecosystem that has producers, consumers and decomposers;

The coral polyps create the coral reef’s structure with algae. Aug 1, 2017 · at any scale, corals are live buildings. Jan 2, 2017 · millions of years of geological and evolutionary history of coral and other reef builders are hidden in these humble “tombstones” lining sidewalks and streets, on top of which.