Consider the following about the conservation of Mangroves 1 Destruction of Coral reefs that provide...........

Environment and Ecology Natural ecosystems and protection

Consider the following about the conservation of Mangroves.

1. Destruction of Coral reefs, that provide the first barrier to Mangroves against currents and strong waves, may endanger Mangroves.

2. Excessive Oil pollution can smother mangrove roots and suffocate the trees leading to their extinction.

Which of the above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

None

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Explanation:

Statement 1: Mangroves often border coastlines where coral reefs live offshore, and these two ecosystems are closely linked. Mangroves filter and trap excess sediment that could harm coral, and coral reefs protect shorelines where mangroves grow from excessive wave energy.
• When corals are destroyed, the stronger-than-normal waves and currents reaching the coast can undermine the fine sediment in which the mangroves grow.
• This can prevent seedlings from taking root and wash away nutrients essential for mangrove ecosystems.
Statement 2: Though mangrove forests are in many ways adaptable ecosystems, they are highly vulnerable to oil toxicity.
Oil spills damage coral reefs as well which increases the chances of damage to mangroves.