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Mangroves are tropical trees and shrubs that grow in saline coastal habitats. These plants are very important in reducing carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas. Mangroves absorb carbon dioxide and store it in their sediments. Aside from this, mangroves also serve as natural water filter with a huge number of filter-feeders taking refuge in mangroves’ tangled roots. Moreover, mangroves help in preventing soil erosion in coastal areas and river banks.
Mangroves are salt-tolerant trees that grow in tropical and subtropical seashores. These areas are hard-hitting places for plants to grow. Mangroves can thrive in salty water and survive in harsh conditions because of their strong roots that can filter the salinity of the sea and only consume the fresh water it needs. Aside from its ability to stand against the salty water of the sea, Mangrove is also well known to contribute to the overall health of the coastal area by providing food, shelter and environmental protection for marine organisms, nest dwellers and even humans living near seashores. This family of shrubs traps and rotates different elements, chemicals, and minerals. Their roots acts as block and provide environmental protection for some various marine organism such as fish and seashells. They also provide food for various marine species such as oyster, shrimp, tarpon, jack, and snook. Not only the marine organisms benefit in mangroves, but their branches also serve...
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