Nutrients in coral reefs are ____.
A)extremely limited, which is why productivity lower than the deep ocean
B)so plentiful that there is no limit to phytoplankton growth
C)largely trapped below the pycnocline
D)recycled efficiently because the water is shallow

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Coral reefs are highly productive ecosystems, despite being located in nutrient-poor waters. This productivity is largely due to the efficient recycling of nutrients within the shallow waters of the reef ecosystem, allowing for the support of a diverse and abundant array of marine life.

Nutrients in Coral Reefs Are ____