Coral reefs aren’t just ecosystems—they’re treasure troves of unknown microbes producing powerful chemical compounds. Scientists say losing reefs could mean losing future medical breakthroughs hidden in this microscopic world. Credit: Shutterstock

Coral reefs aren’t just ecosystems—they’re treasure troves of unknown microbes producing powerful chemical compounds. Scientists say losing reefs could mean losing future medical breakthroughs hidden in this microscopic world. Credit: Shutterstock
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Coral reefs aren’t just ecosystems—they’re treasure troves of unknown microbes producing powerful chemical compounds. Scientists say losing reefs could mean losing future medical breakthroughs hidden in this microscopic world. Credit: Shutterstock