Question

question 17 of 29
coral reefs are home to a quarter of all marine species on earth. what is one consequence of declining coral reefs?
a. loss of warm - water swimming holes
b. more oxygen in the atmosphere
c. loss of potential new cancer drugs
d. more niches for land species

Explanation:

Coral reefs are biodiverse ecosystems. Many marine organisms in reefs have bioactive compounds with potential for drug - discovery, including for cancer drugs. Declining reefs mean loss of these potential sources.

Answer:

C. Loss of potential new cancer drugs