Ocean Scientist
Dr. Sangeeta Mangubhai is a scientist. She grew up on the island of Fiji. When she was young, she was always near the water. She learned a lot by observation. She fell in love with the ocean.
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Dr. Mangubhai now studies things in the ocean. She studies coral reefs. She tries to keep them healthy.
It is important to keep coral healthy. Many animals depend on coral for food and protection.
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Coral reefs are in danger. When the water in the ocean is warmer, it hurts the coral. Pollution in the ocean is also hurting the coral reefs.
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