Question

examine the map showing the ecological range for reef - building coral. which of the following statements best describes the range of tolerance for reef building coral according to the map? reef building coral prefer temperate and arctic latitudes as these waters have optimal ph for survival, growth, and reproduction. reef building coral can survive in all latitudes, but only reproduce in tropical latitudes, as these have ideal light intensity. reef - building coral prefer tropical and temperate latitudes as these have the ideal temperatures for survival, growth, and reproduction. reef building coral tolerate all latitudes, but only reproduce in tropical latitudes as these have the optimal salinity

Explanation:

Reef - building corals are typically found in tropical and some temperate latitudes. These areas have ideal water temperatures, light intensity, and other environmental factors necessary for their survival, growth, and reproduction. Temperate and arctic latitudes are too cold for their optimal conditions. The map shows their distribution mainly in tropical and some temperate regions.

Answer:

Reef - building coral prefer tropical and temperate latitudes as these have the ideal temperatures for survival, growth, and reproduction.