A. diorite
B. shale
C. chert
D. sandstone
E. gneiss
F. slate
G. gabbro
H. schist
I. limestone
J. granite
K. conglomerate
2007-03-25 00:58:10 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
Again your question is misleading. Corals can form on any rock type, only the marine water has to be low in nutrients. Otherwise, there will be growth of algae which is contrary to the growth of corals. But, if I am forced to chose one of the above options, it has to be limestone. (Reef limestone)
2007-03-25 04:03:53 · answer #1 · answered by saudipta c 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Limestone. Chemically the coral is made of calcium carbonate, the same as limestone. As coral dies and enw corals grow on top, limestone begins to form underneath by chemical and physical processes. That's why limestone formations on land are often paleo-reefs.
2007-03-25 12:31:16 · answer #2 · answered by dirtjeeprider 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CORAL REEFS DONT GROW IN A SPECIFIC ROCK IT GROWS ON ANYTHING STABEL INCLUDING OTHER LIVING THINGS
2007-03-25 08:22:48 · answer #3 · answered by djizz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋