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Consider the following statements regarding Sea snot It can kill aquatic organisms including corals ...........

Environment and Ecology Marine Pollution
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    Consider the following statements regarding Sea snot

    1. It can kill aquatic organisms including corals and sponges. 
    2. It causes water borne diseases like Cholera. 

    Select the correct statement.

    1 only

    Incorrect Answer

    2 only

    Incorrect Answer

    Both

    Correct Answer

    None

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:
    • Sea Snot is also known as Sea Saliva or Marine Mucilage. It is a collection of thick, slimy, mucus-like substance found in the sea. It is composed of compounds secreted by marine organisms. 
    • Mucilage is a thick, gluey substance produced by nearly all plants and some microorganisms. 

    Hence both statements are correct. 

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