Which of the following statements about coral reefs is FALSE?
A)Coral reefs may occur as barrier, fringing, or atoll formations.
B)Coral reefs protect coastlines from erosion.
C)Coral reefs are found in shallow, nutrient poor, tropical waters.
D)No false statements, all of the above statements apply to coral reefs.

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All the statements provided are true regarding coral reefs. Coral reefs can indeed form as barrier, fringing, or atoll formations, they do protect coastlines from erosion, and they are typically found in shallow, nutrient-poor, tropical waters.

Which of the Following Statements About Coral Reefs Is FALSE