Stephan’s mother cuts a twig from a rose bush and plants it in the soil. after a few days, stephan observed a new plant growing. which characteristics does the growth of the new plant depict

the element that provides strength to the exoskeletons of clams and oysters is phosphorus.

this is so because calcium carbonate is the main component in the shells. calcium carbonate is strengthened by phosphorus.

explanation:

the most common type of reef is the fringing reef. this type of reef grows seaward directly from the shore. they form borders along the shoreline and surrounding islands.