The ‘Elegant’ Math Model That Could Help Rescue Coral Reefs
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Physicists and marine biologists have developed a model that predicts how coral polyps collectively construct various coral shapes using just five growth variables. The model can simulate five common coral structures, potentially aiding understanding of reef growth and guiding restoration efforts in the face of climate change threats.
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