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Aquatic Ecosystems

Question 10 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2000315_Biology_1_B-CR

What is the main difference between the intertidal zone and the neritic zone?

Answer
A
the amount of exposure to sunlight
B
the amount of salt in the water
C
the amount of time covered by water
D
the presence of plants and animals

Explanation

The intertidal zone is the shoreline area that is alternately covered by seawater and exposed at low tide. The neritic zone is the shallow ocean area beyond the low-tide mark, which remains underwater. Therefore, their main difference is the amount of time they are covered by water: choice C.

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