Which ecological pattern consistently arises adjacent arid coastal regions as persistent offshore winds drive coastal upwelling?

💡 Explanation

When offshore winds act on arid coasts, Ekman transport occurs which brings nutrient-rich deep waters to the surface via upwelling, fueling extensive primary production. Therefore primary productivity increases, rather than coral reefs, dead zones or mangroves, which have different temperature/nutrient needs.

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