**Title:** Effects of Climate Change on Coral Reefs

**Abstract:**

Coral reefs are one of the most important ecosystems on Earth, providing food, s

In this article, we review the scientific evidence on the effects of climate change o

We conclude that climate change is a serious threat to coral reefs, and that urgen

**Introduction:**

Coral reefs are one of the most important ecosystems on Earth. They provide foo

However, coral reefs are under threat from climate change. Climate change is ca

Coral bleaching occurs when corals are exposed to high temperatures. When co

Ocean acidification occurs when the ocean absorbs carbon dioxide from the atm

The combined effects of ocean warming and acidification are causing coral reefs

**Impacts of Climate Change on Coral Reefs:**

Climate change is having a number of negative impacts on coral reefs. These im

* Coral bleaching
* Disease
* Death
* Loss of biodiversity
* Reduced food and shelter for marine life
* Coastal erosion
* Loss of tourism and economic benefits

**Coral Bleaching:**

Coral bleaching is one of the most visible impacts of climate change on coral ree

**Disease:**

Coral reefs are also more susceptible to disease when they are stressed by clima

**Death:**

Climate change is also leading to the death of coral reefs. In some areas, coral re