Freshwater and Marine Biomes Answers

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Which of the following did not allow researchers to further explore below the ocean’s surface?

A
ROV’s
B
Alvin
C
Palomares
D
Bathysphere
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What discovery was made by Alvin?

A
over 4000 new species of marine life
B
hydrothermal vents
C
the Aqualung
D
the temperature of different parts of the ocean
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An estuary is _______.

A
a freshwater biome
B
an area with a low concentration of minerals and nutrients
C
characterized by deep water
D
an ecotone
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Limnetic, profundal, littoral, and benthic have what in common?

A
They refer to the upper-level zones found in salt- and freshwater ecosystems.
B
They are all zones found in freshwater systems.
C
They refer to the lower-level zones found in salt- and freshwater ecosystems.
D
They are all zones found in saltwater systems.
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Organisms that live in freshwater and marine biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following adaptations does not help an animal move through the water?

A
streamlined body
B
thick layer of blubber
C
flippers and flattened tails
D
smooth, almost furless body
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Which of the following phrases describes a typical river mouth?

A
clearer water with high levels of oxygen
B
decreased vegetation and lower oxygen levels
C
increased species diversity
D
high levels of vegetation
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Which of the following is not an example of a wetland?

A
estuary
B
bog
C
swamp
D
marsh
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The littoral is a zone identified in lakes and ponds and is the coldest because it is shallow and lacks nutrients to support life. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
T
B
F
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Researchers aboard the H.M.S. Challenger discovered over 4000 new species of marine life.

A
T
B
F
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Temperatures in ponds and lakes vary by season.

A
T
B
F

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