Item 9 Based on the information in Coral Reefs, one can conclude that it takes a long time for damaged coral reefs to grow and repair themselves.

Which detail from the text best supports this conclusion?

“Over hundreds of years, the coral piles up...eventually forming a living mountain called a coral reef.”

“Corals may be small, but they are incredible builders.”

“Many species have developed unusual adaptations that help them survive,”

"The tropical waters bordering reefs have very little life in them, making food scarce."