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Glossary This glossary contains over 5,300 technical terms, with their definitions, explanations, and illustrative materials where apropos. The aim of the CoRIS glossary is to help the student or layperson, as well as the professional scientist and manager, to understand the complex language and terminology of coral reef ecosystem science when accessing any part of the NOAA Coral Reef Information System (CoRIS), including the scientific and technical literature and data. Habitats and communities adjacent to the coral reefs, such as sea grass meadows, mangrove forests and associated hard and soft substrate habitats are included within the scope of the coral reef ecosystem. Glossary Pages A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M Making a Contribution We encourage the professional and academic community to contribute terms to the glossary. Suggestions will be reviewed by glossary staff.
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