Choose the strategy that is correctly matched with how it reduces the threat to marine ecosystems.

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Designating marine-protected areas reduces the threat to marine ecosystems by enabling recovery from coral-bleaching events. These areas provide a habitat for marine species to thrive and recover from the effects of climate change and other stressors on the environment. Coral reefs are particularly vulnerable to bleaching, which occurs when water temperature rises, causing the coral to expel the algae that live in them and turn white. By designating areas where corals can recover without human disturbance, we can help reduce the threat to marine ecosystems.

Choose the Strategy That Is Correctly Matched with How It