Two Worlds!

[Bibhav Behera]

Coral reefs are crucial for survival of a great number of species of marine life. Corals are very important in controlling how much carbon dioxide is in the ocean water. Coral polyp turns carbon dioxide in the water into a limestone shell. Without coral, the amount of carbon dioxide in the water would rise dramatically and that would affect all living things on Earth.

In addition, coral reefs are very important because they protect coasts from strong currents and waves by slowing down the water before it gets to the shore. That is why they are called barrier reefs. They provide a barrier between the ocean and the shore.

The Idea behind this shot was to show the two worlds in a single exposure image. This was shot in an island in the North Atoll of Maldives in the Indian Ocean. (Hope this Post qualifies for the forum)

Canon EOS 5D Mark III, 17-40 f/4L USM, Dicapac Waterproof Housing
SS 1/1000
f/10
ISO 800

Full Frame Image. Comments and critiques welcome.