The Ecosystem Imbalance
Science
You are a marine ecologist called in to investigate a coral reef in crisis. Fish populations have crashed, algae is smothering the coral, and the water clarity has dropped dramatically. Local fishers say they have not seen sharks or large grouper for two years. Write a scientific assessment explaining: (1) what you think caused the ecosystem to collapse based on the clues, and (2) what specific steps you would take to restore balance to the reef.