Which of the following statements is true regarding the control of coral over zooxanthellae?
A) Coral induces zooxanthellae to release organic compounds.
B) Coral controls the rate of zooxanthellae population growth.
C) Coral controls the population density of zooxanthellae.
D) Coral promotes unbalanced growth in zooxanthellae.
E) All of the choices are true.

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Coral hosts have mechanisms to control their symbiotic zooxanthellae, including inducing the release of organic compounds, controlling their population growth and density, and maintaining the balance of zooxanthellae growth to ensure a healthy symbiotic relationship.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Control