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... Reefs , and Atolls The words coral reef have for centuries evoked a conflicting response in the minds of sailors , “ coral " conjuring visions of colour and beauty and “ reef ” arousing feelings of apprehension . These reefs are masses ...
... Reefs , and Atolls The words coral reef have for centuries evoked a conflicting response in the minds of sailors , “ coral " conjuring visions of colour and beauty and “ reef ” arousing feelings of apprehension . These reefs are masses ...
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... reef - building organisms themselves , modes and geographic distribution of reef accumulation today , reefs of the geological past and their environmental significance , factors involved in reef growth , and the several theories of reef ...
... reef - building organisms themselves , modes and geographic distribution of reef accumulation today , reefs of the geological past and their environmental significance , factors involved in reef growth , and the several theories of reef ...
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Growth of fringing reefs Growth of platform and patch reefs Lagoon reefs on atolls Early architectural influences City at Pessac. sand bank , elongation may result . The shape of an elongated platform reef may be determined by the ...
Growth of fringing reefs Growth of platform and patch reefs Lagoon reefs on atolls Early architectural influences City at Pessac. sand bank , elongation may result . The shape of an elongated platform reef may be determined by the ...
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