The cell contains many nuclei containing DNA, so DNA synthesis and mitosis are taking place, but the cell is not undergoing cytokinesis.
The coral reef structure buffers shorelines against waves, storms, and floods, helping to prevent loss of life, property damage, and erosion. When reefs are damaged or destroyed, the absence of this natural barrier can increase the damage to coastal communities from normal wave action and violent storms.
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