The following points highlight the three main types of coral reefs. The types are: 1. Fringing Reef 2. Barrier Reef 3. Atoll. Type # 1. Fringing Reef: Coral reefs developed along the continental margins or along the islands are called fringing reefs (fig. 30.1). The seaward slope is steep and vertical while the landward slope […]
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