El arrecife de coral
Example: El arrecife de coral protege muchas especies marinas.
Definition
"El arrecife de coral" refers to a natural underwater structure formed by colonies of tiny marine animals called corals. These reefs provide habitat and protection to many marine species, support biodiversity, and act as natural barriers against coastal erosion and storms.
Etymology
The term "el arrecife de coral" comes from the Spanish words 'arrecife,' meaning reef, and 'coral,' referring to the marine invertebrates that build the reef. 'Arrecife' likely derives from the Latin 'arrecipem,' meaning reef or ridge. Did you know? Coral reefs have been admired for centuries for their vibrant colors and ecological importance.
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"El arrecife de coral" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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