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Salinity key to reefs in Gulf, study suggests
Description: Research into the ability of Arabian Gulf corals to live in exceptionally hot waters has yielded new insight into how climate change and an expected rise in temperatures will affect the region's reefs. As local waters become warmer, scientists think coral species will seek to migrate to cooler areas. However, it is now emerging that differences in salinity levels will play an important role. Adapted to high salinity levels, local corals are likely to lose their superior heat tolerance in less saline water, new research suggests. [Source: The National (United Arab Emirates)]
URL: http://www.thenational.ae/uae/environment/salinity-key-to-reefs-in-gulf-study-suggests
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Source: The National (United Arab Emirates)
Publish Date: 5/21/2015
Reading Level: Basic
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