Scientists have developed a sort of "sun screen" that could potentially protect the great barrier reef from continuing to deteriorate. Currently, around two thirds of the reef are "bleached" or completely void of life. the reef has lost The liquid is made of a natural calcium that already exists on the reef itself. In theory, a thin layer of the calcium carbonate could be spread on the surface water above the reef, and act as a barrier from harmful UV rays. Small scale tests have shown positive results, which cold lead to preservation of the great barrier reef in the future.    





https://www.nbcnews.com/mach/science/can-ultra-thin-sunscreen-save-world-s-largest-coral-reef-ncna863001

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  1. AnonymousApril 16, 2018 at 7:10 AM

    This actually sounds like a great idea! Its good to see that there are some good things being made to fix the environment. I am curious however if this will prevent growth, or inhibit it. Since there would be a layer around it.

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  2. AnonymousApril 18, 2018 at 4:41 AM

    That seems like a really cool idea, I would just be curious to see if it actually works and doesn't harm the reef.

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