What Organism Do Coral Animals Harbor Inside Their Bodies to Provide

Question

What organism do coral animals harbor inside their bodies to provide them with nutrition?
A) bacteria
B) dinoflagellates
C) photosynthetic algae
D) hydras

Accepted Answer

Coral animals harbor photosynthetic algae, specifically zooxanthellae, inside their tissues. These algae perform photosynthesis, providing nutrients to the coral.