Das Korallenriff
Example: Das Korallenriff ist ein wichtiger Lebensraum im Meer.
Definition
"Das Korallenriff" refers to a coral reef, a vibrant and diverse underwater ecosystem formed by colonies of coral polyps. It serves as an essential habitat for many marine species and plays a crucial role in maintaining oceanic environmental balance.
Etymology
The word "das Korallenriff" comes from German, combining "Koralle" meaning coral and "Riff" meaning reef. The term reflects the natural structure created by coral organisms. Interestingly, 'Koralle' traces back to the Latin word 'corallium,' illustrating the long history of human fascination with these marine formations.
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"Das Korallenriff" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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