Corals produce a protective mucus layer that shields their tissues from the surrounding seawater (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Corals produce a protective mucus layer that shields their tissues from the surrounding seawater

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Corals produce a protective mucus layer that shields their tissues from the surrounding seawater. Within this mucus layer, certain substances actively combat harmful bacteria, preventing potential coral diseases. 

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Credit: H. Yamashiro

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