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Introduction Coral Reefs provide a critical source of food for millions of people. Encircling tropical islands, they provide protection from the worst ravages of tropical storms. They have also become a beloved destination for those seeking solace on tropical shores, or adventure, diving into the world of the coral reef, whilst providing a new source of income and employment for some of the world's most impoverished nations. Threats to Coral Reefs There are quite a lot of threats to the coral reef ecosystem. Here are some of the Threats: Water Pollution- Water Pollution comes from many things for example fossil fuels, pesticide and sometimes to many nutrients. Sedimentation- This is caused by Construction along coasts and shores, mining, logging and also farming, all of this leads to erosion. The out come is that all the particles goes into the ocean and smothers the coral reefs. The mangrove trees and sea grass are also being...

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