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At present what is the biggest threat to coral reefs around the world?

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Water pollution
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Tourism
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Global warming
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Erosional activity
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Solution

The correct option is C Global warming
The Reef is highly vulnerable. In the past three decades, it has lost half its coral cover, because global warming has produced horrific coral bleaching. Coastal development also looms as a major threat.

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