Photosymbiosis and the Evolution of Modern Coral Reefs

@article{Stanley2006PhotosymbiosisAT,
  title={Photosymbiosis and the Evolution of Modern Coral Reefs},
  author={George D. Stanley},
  journal={Science},
  year={2006},
  volume={312},
  pages={857 - 858}
}
  • G. Stanley
  • Published 12 May 2006
  • Environmental Science
  • Science
The algae in coral reefs do not leave behind fossils, so deciphering their coevolution with corals is difficult. Isotope measurements can help reveal these ancient relationships. 
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