Sodium cyanide is used to stun various species of fish and coral on reefs in order to provide these

exotic species to collectors. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T
This method of collection takes a major toll on reefs. The species that are able to survive the poison
are taken to aquarium collectors. Unfortunately this practice will remain as long as people continue to
pay for these species. Information can be found in the section Organisms Cannot Prosper if Their
Habitat Is Disturbed.

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