Focus on Sedimentary Environments

A modern carbonate beach and lagoon

Grassy Key, Florida Keys, USA

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Sea grass and fine carbonate sediment in very shallow water
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Importance of sea grass

Think about the roles played by sea grass in the sedimentation and ecology of shallow marine environments, and make a list before checking your answer.


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