The symbiotic algae found in the tissues of many corals, providing them with nutrients via photosynthesis, are called:
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Correct answer: Zooxanthellae
Zooxanthellae are endosymbiotic dinoflagellates. They provide organic carbon to the coral host, while the coral provides the algae with nitrogen, phosphorus, and a protected environment.
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