When coral expel their own nutrient-supplying algae,a phenomena called ______often follows.
A)coloration
B)bleaching
C)massive coral mortality (mcm)
D)symbiosis

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When coral expel their own nutrient-supplying algae, a phenomena called bleaching often follows. This is due to the loss of color that occurs when the algae are expelled, and can lead to the death of the coral if the condition persists. Massive coral mortality (MCM) is also a possible outcome of bleaching, but it is not a direct result of the expulsion of algae. Symbiosis is the opposite of what happens during bleaching, where the coral and algae work together in a mutually beneficial relationship.

When Coral Expel Their Own Nutrient-Supplying Algae,a Phenomena Called ______Often