Environmental Studies and Forestry
Seagrass meadows are important sources of reef island-building sediment
H. K. East, J. A. Johnson, et al.
This groundbreaking research conducted by Holly K. East, Jamie A. Johnson, Chris T. Perry, Grace Finlay, Azim Musthag, Hussein Zahir, and Matthew Floyd reveals the vital role of seagrass meadows in producing sediment for reef island building. With significant annual carbonate sediment production, this study underscores the importance of seagrass conservation in protecting vulnerable atoll nations.
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