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  Coral (disambiguation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Coral is a term for the unfertilized eggs of a female lobster, which turn a reddish color when cooked.
Coral is a name of certain research labs, such as Coral Lehigh and Coral CMU.
Coral snake is a type of a venomous snake found in the Americas.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Coral_(disambiguation)   (211 words)

  
 Encyclopedia of Gemstones - Coral. Coral's color, characteristics of Coral, varieties of Coral, mystical power of ...
Color: Coral comes in a variety of colors: in red, rose, orange, blue, white and fl.
Coral is usually branchlike and occurs in a variety of colors, of which the most sought after are rose red to red.
Coral is said to protect children and it is given as a gift to children in many countries.
www.all-that-gifts.com /se/coral.html   (384 words)

  
 Coral Snakes
The long-awaited appearance of a monographic treatment of the coral snakes is a truly epochal event, placing the taxonomy and natural history of these formerly enigmatic but fascinating and beautiful snakes at last on a firm foundation.
The coral snake monograph is a classic of equal stature, smaller in size to be sure because of the lesser attention coral snakes have received, but in some ways superior in coverage.
A delightful touch is the "typical" (for the U.S.) coral snake color-pattern sequence in the letters of the word "coral" on the dust jacket (fl-yellow-red-yellow-fl).
www.chicagoherp.org /books/coral.html   (537 words)

  
 Coral colored Roses
In a mathematical sense, it represents the colors expressed by roses better than any other color; but since roses are more commonly cool in tone it is its next door neighbor whose color is named 'rose.' Coral lies right on the line that divides warm from cool.
Coral may not work well with the strongest yellows or the coolest purples, but if one is willing to move the yellows to the far side of the strong reds and the purples to the far side of the mid pinks, coral can prove powerful in pulling all together into a cohesive group.
How stable the color of a coral rose might be depends a bit on whether it is coral by virtue of containing yellow and pink pigment or by virtue of containing red pigment.
www.rosefile.com /Tables/Coral.html   (339 words)

  
 Gemstone Beading Material -- Coral   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Coral is one of the seven treasures in Buddhist scriptures and Tibetan Lamas use coral rosaries.
Coral was long thought to be a powerful talisman that could stop bleeding, protect from evil spirits, and ward off hurricanes.
The most valuable colors of coral are red, fl, and pink, which is known as angel skin coral.
www.jsbeads.com /beading-material/Gemstone-Beading-Material/Coral/Coral.asp   (1404 words)

  
 About Coral and Coral Jewelry
Coral is found in clear, warm ocean waters, mainly in Australia, Malaysia, Japan, the West Indies, on the African and Mediterranean coasts, and around Hawaii and Florida in the United States.
Coral should be protected from scratches and sharp blows as it is fragile.
Some spiritualists believe that coral can be used to reconnect with the wonders of nature as coral is a perfect example of plant and animal life coexisting in harmony.
www.trinitylondon.com /coral.asp   (441 words)

  
 14 KT Coral Jewelry
In their natural state, corals have a tree-like appearance, which allows the maximum number of polyps to be fed by nutrients in the water surrounding the colony.
Precious coral jewelry is the oldest form of gemstone jewelry with pieces as old as 25,000 years in museums.
Hawaiian Gold Coral was discovered in small amounts in 1971 by Dr. Richard Grigg using Star II submarine in the same general area as the pink coral discovery area off Makapuu Point in 1,200 feet of water.
www.mauidivers.com /overview_1.asp   (820 words)

  
 Coral jewelry
Beautiful coral jewelry is made and worn in many parts of the world, most coral is found in the Mediterranean Sea or in the Pacific, the most valuable colors of coral are red, fl, and pink which is known as angel skin coral.
Coral in the form of coral stone and gold jewelry is among the most ancient of gem materials, coral jewelry has been made in many parts of the world and used for adornment since prehistoric times.
Coral is also porous so care should be taken to see that coral jewelry does not come in contact with chemicals.
www.goldpalace.com /coral.htm   (229 words)

  
 ICLARM Abstracts
Coral Reef Watch solidifies that position as the world leader in operational environmental monitoring and early warnings and represents NOAA's commitment to U.S. tropical territories, who by their distance from the mainland, frequently are under-represented by NOAA's activities.
Similarly, a coral bleaching "watch" would indicate that SST anomalies approaching the thermal threshold for bleaching are developing in a coastal area and that monitoring for coral reef bleaching should begin.
The limitations and applications of ocean color observations will be determined by 1) the ability to accurately estimate the relevant geophysical parameters from the radiances acquired at the sensor, and 2) the spatial and temporal resolution of the acquired imagery and that required to map and monitor coral reefs.
www.coral.noaa.gov /corvil/coral_reefs/abstracts.html   (7057 words)

  
 CORAL REEF DESTRUCTION AND CONSERVATION - Coral Reefs - Ocean World
In the Philippines, where coral reef destruction is the worst, over 70% have been destroyed and only 5% can be said to be in good condition.
The algae are what give coral its color, so without the algae the coral has no color and the white of the limestone shell shines through the transparent coral bodies.
In the same way, oceanographers can look at the rings in a slice of coral and see how old the coral is and which years were good years and which were not.
oceanworld.tamu.edu /students/coral/coral5.htm   (1094 words)

  
 Reefs in Danger   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Coral is not the plant or rock that many people think it is. Rather, it is composed of fragile animals called coral polyps, each no larger than a pinhead.
The University of Illinois study found that human sewage and shipyard discharge are making coral vulnerable to a deadly disease known as "fl band disease." Another danger to the reefs are oil spills: these generally occur close to shore, often when the tanker runs into rocks in the shallow waters.
The coral begins to starve and turn white, a phenomenon called "coral bleaching." Higher sea temperatures and the spread of dust blowing from drought-ridden Africa are also causing a rise in coral disease.
www.riverdeep.net /current/2001/11/111201_reefs.jhtml   (1288 words)

  
 Integral Color and Design - Artisan Rugs Overview   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
We recently made the Coral Ghazni in 8.6 x 12 and it is spectacular in a dining room.
We also combine the colors of the yarns in a unique way so that in many cases what might look like a solid color from a standing position is, upon closer examination, a combination of colors.
The color palette is such that, for example, you can put Leaves and Lines in one room and Geo Elements in the next room, and-like any successful relationship-they will have a harmonious dynamic while retaining their uniqueness.
www.integralcolor.com /html/artisan/featured.cfm   (481 words)

  
 Southern Accents: The Color You Need Now ... Coral
With its spectrum ranging from deep pinks to reddish-orange tones, coral is the color of positive energy and welcoming connotations.
Few colors conjure such joyful associations -- the elegant branching forms of an undersea reef, the ocean's voice heard in a conch shell.
Coral creates impact amid earth tones and pastels, as well as white, beige, camel, and honey-gold tones.
www.southernaccents.com /accents/homes/decorating/article/0,14743,681207,00.html   (650 words)

  
 Coral Chemistry Vedic Gemstones   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The Romans believed coral to be a potent charm, and hung branches of coral around the necks of their children to preserve them from harm.
During the Medieval period coral was used as a cure for sterility and as charm against the evil eye.
Italian men presented coral jewelry to their beloved as a token of love and fidelity to signify that they were engaged.
www.ninegemstones.com /coral_detail.htm   (1531 words)

  
 [Coral-List] Color vision in fishes
The fourth color vision receptor in goldfish turned out to be in the near ultraviolet wavelength of the upper 300 nanometer range (Neumeyer, 1985 and 1988).
I'll demonstrate with the attachments of the 'blue rice coral', Montipora flabellata, that I photographed in shallow water at Hanauma Bay, Oahu: without a strobe, the naked eye sees a bluish colony; but, in the strobe photo blue rice coral actually is a pinkish color (sorry, the two photos are different magnification).
From the resources I have read it seems to me that coral reef fishes have color vision which is designed to enhance detection of conspecifics and certain morphological patterns contrasting with the reef; whereas nocturnal fishes see in fl and white.
coral.aoml.noaa.gov /pipermail/coral-list/2006-June/003307.html   (765 words)

  
 Beadopedia ! - Coral
Coral is calcium carbonate, which is the calcified skeletons of sea creatures, and is found in still, clear waters between 25 and 1000 feet deep.
Coral reefs around the world are in a state of environmental collapse, which is unfortunate because the corals protect the shorelines and provide food, shelter and protection to almost a million marine species.
The Romans believed coral to be a potent charm, and hung branches of coral around the necks of their children to protect them from harm.
www.beadworksboston.com /beadopedia/beads/coral.htm   (860 words)

  
 Blue coral
(that's why they call it sponge coral) The color is sort of that of a denim lapis, though these are much lighter in weight than any stone beads.
This type of coral is naturally full of voids (that's why they call it sponge coral) The color is sort of that of a denim lapis, though these are much lighter in weight than any stone beads.
This is natural blue sponge coral in a round bead, ranging from 6.60 to 7.15mm in size.
www.jewelweaver.com /MM003.ASP?pageno=363   (586 words)

  
 Mother of Pearl Beads - Coral Beads - Freshwater Mother of Pearl - Wholesale Coral - Wholesale Mother of Pearl
Our Coral products are all Bamboo coral (a non-endangered coral product) that has been permanently dyed or bleached to simulate the color of expensive (and endangered!) corals.
Coral and Mother of Pearl beads are strung 15.5-16 inches per strand on a temporary string.
Nice and even red color, glossy beads, current stock dimensions vary from 3.2 to 3.5mm but will be uniformly sized on each strand.
pearlbeadsale.com /products/coral_and_mother_of_pearl.php   (317 words)

  
 WWF | Corals | Science | Bleaching
When environmental conditions become stressful, zooxanthellae may leave the coral -- leaving the coral in an energy deficit and without color, a process that is referred to as coral bleaching.
If the coral is re-colonized by zooxanthellae in a timely manner, the coral will likely recover.
Coral bleaching can be caused by increases in temperature of as little as 1-2ºC above average annual maximum temperatures.
www.worldwildlife.org /coral/bleaching.cfm   (132 words)

  
 At Storehouse, The Current Rage is All About the Color Coral
Coral can carry a room as the primary design element in wall colors or upholstery.
While orange in all its citrus shades was brilliantly bold and red is the color of celebration and aggression, coral is calmer and more approachable.
Coral provides a focal point in the stunning Zoe Three-Cushion Sofa (91"W x 35"D x 36"H), whose contemporary lines are softened by a washed linen-cotton slip cover.
www.prweb.com /releases/2006/4/prweb375347.htm   (710 words)

  
 RPGnet: Review of Reef Encounter
A nice aspect of the coral reef boards is that you use as many as your number of players, which is a great method for adjusting gameplay, and yet doesn't leave large parts of a singular gameboard unused.
The coral tiles are double-sided, and helpfully you can always see a preview of the alga which will appear on the other side of a tile, which you may need to know for strategic planning.
Eating coral is also the main way you end the game, as the game finishes up after someone has eaten all four of his shrimp (and thus four coral reefs).
www.rpg.net /reviews/archive/11/11989.phtml   (3002 words)

  
 Coral Reef Color Learn More @ National Geographic Magazine
Corals and sea anemones have simple ocelli—usually of alternating pigment and sensory cells—that are scattered over the animals' entire body surfaces.
Some corals and sea anemones cannot perceive color, but others have ocelli containing pigments that specifically absorb certain wavelengths of light.
Coral Reef Animals of the Indo-Pacific: Animal life from Africa to Hawaii exclusive of the vertebrates.
www7.nationalgeographic.com /ngm/0505/feature5/learn.html   (544 words)

  
 Guinea Fowl Color Chart
The coloring of these is a pale icy whitish blue, essentially a bleached Coral Blue.
The color is very uniform with no dotting or barring as in the other semi-solid color varieties.
These are a dark fl color with a cast of bronze or brown over the shoulders, back and on the neck and chest.
www.guineafowl.com /fritsfarm/guineas/colors   (1350 words)

  
 Volunteer vacationers monitor coral bleaching on Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
Coral color variations come largely from the number of algae contained within the body of the polyp.
Seemingly triggered by unusually warm sea temperatures, loss of coral color results from a breakdown in the relationship between coral and plant during which the algal tenants are evicted.
Coral bleaching is already responsible for killing more than 16% of the world's coral reefs.
www.travelwithachallenge.com /Australia-Coral-Bleaching.htm   (1142 words)

  
 Coral Reef Color @ National Geographic Magazine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Go on to explore its home in lush coral reefs and you'll soon hit sensory overload, assaulted by colors and patterns that range from sublime to garish.
Coral reefs are unquestionably the world's most colorful places.
Many reef fish can blink their colors on and off in seconds, as we saw near the coast of Bali.
www.nationalgeographic.com /ngm/0505/feature5   (485 words)

  
 Time for Kids | Magazines | The Coral Reef Crisis
Coral seems like rock because of its stony texture, but it is actually made up of tiny clear animals called coral polyps.
The bright color of coral comes from tiny sea plants called algae.
Coral polyps Animals the size of a pinhead that join together to form coral reefs.
www.timeforkids.com /TFK/magazines/story/0,6277,59711,00.html   (350 words)

  
 C&EN: TODAY'S HEADLINES - Coral Color Shift Applied To Cells   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The red color is stable under usual aerobic conditions for months.
Its overall intensity increases with the length of exposure to UV or violet light until all of the green chromophores are transformed.
Miyawaki and coworkers suggest that the photoconversion of Kaede may be one of the reasons for the variety of colors found among stony coral.
pubs.acs.org /cen/topstory/8039/print/8039notw3.html   (200 words)

  
 Coral earwires
The gold coral tubes are captured between 4 3mm silver beads, two at each end.
It got a nice mix of fl coral cylinders, gold coral focal bead at the bottom with sterling silver spacer beads and a dangling dyed red thin diamond shape piece in the center.
A 6.75mm gold coral bead is placed between 2 wafers of red heishi coral, with a 3mm sterling bead on the end to complete it.
www.jewelweaver.com /MM003.ASP?pageno=365   (268 words)

  
 Coral Gemstone Beads, Coral Semi Precious Stones, Coral Wholesale Gemstone Beads, Coral Semi-precious Stones, Coral ...
These are dyed a beautiful rich red color.
The lengths on these smooth coral branches are fromf 5-26mm.
Faceted Coral - 4-4.5mm faceted round coral in a rich brick color.
www.agrainofsand.com /Beads-Coral-52.html   (432 words)

  
 Coral Reef Color Photo Gallery @ National Geographic Magazine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Here in the shallows of a Fijian reef, brilliant soft corals wave in reds, pinks, and yellows as schools of fairy basslets flash orange and violet hues.
The basslets' different colors aid in species identification, mate recognition, and even camouflage as individuals mass against the kaleidoscope of the reef.
Scientists are now beginning to learn how wavelengths of light (and therefore color) change through water at different distances, and—more important—how fish see colors and what messages they might communicate.
www7.nationalgeographic.com /ngm/0505/feature5/gallery1.html   (187 words)

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