Virtual Field Trip to the Florida Keys

Upper Keys: Location 1 - Key Largo Dry Rocks


Key Largo Dry Rocks are a shallow water part of the barrier reef off Key Largo.


carbonate sand with calcareous green algae growing between bedforms

Close-up of the carbonate sand seen in the previous image, showing green algae growing along the troughs of straight-crested wave ripples.

question mark button What is the origin of the carbonate sand? Make a list, then click on the button to the left to check your answers.