Abiotic Factors are the nonliving factors in an ecosystem.
Abiotic factors, and their control in an ecosystem can be seen throughout the coral reefs.
Necessary Abiotic Factors:
Water Temperature- 23-29 degrees Celsius
Saltinity- 32-40%
Water Depth- 25m or less
Occurance of Waves- If too many waves are present in a coral reef ecosystem the coral is no longer able to capture food, and the waves can also damage the coral.
Sedimentation- Low sedmentation is necessary beacuse if too much sediment collects it buries the coral.
Turbulance- Low turbulance is necessary, so that sunlight is able to go through the water.
Saltinity- 32-40%
Water Depth- 25m or less
Occurance of Waves- If too many waves are present in a coral reef ecosystem the coral is no longer able to capture food, and the waves can also damage the coral.
Sedimentation- Low sedmentation is necessary beacuse if too much sediment collects it buries the coral.
Turbulance- Low turbulance is necessary, so that sunlight is able to go through the water.