Coral reefs of Jamaica

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/coral-reefs-of-jamaica

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How big is Coral reefs of Jamaica?Approximately 479 square miles of coral reef systems
2. What is Coral reefs of Jamaica known for?27% of Jamaica's Gross Domestic Product
3. What is the location?Surrounding the island of Jamaica in the Caribbean Sea
4. What is the coral species diversity?Approximately 60 identified species of coral
5. What makes Jamaica's coral reefs special?They cover about 479 square miles and have around 60 coral species, creating colorful gardens that support many fish, turtles, and marine mammals.
6. Why are Jamaica's reefs important for the country?They help the tourism industry, giving 27% of Jamaica's GDP, and also protect the coast and provide food for local fishermen.

Anthropogenic: Originating from human activity, especially environmental pollution.
Biodiversity Hotspots: Areas with a high concentration of different species, often under threat.
Coral Bleaching: The expulsion of symbiotic algae by corals due to stress, causing them to turn white.
Ocean Acidification: The ongoing decrease in the pH of the Earth's oceans, caused by the uptake of carbon dioxide.