What is a freshwater ecosystem?
Aquatic ecosystems

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A freshwater ecosystem is a type of aquatic ecosystem that includes bodies of water with low salt concentration, such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.
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What are estuaries?
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Estuaries are coastal areas where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating unique ecosystems.
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What is an aquatic ecosystem?
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An aquatic ecosystem is any water environment, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands, along with the community of organisms living there.
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What types of organisms are commonly found in lakes?
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Common organisms in lakes include fish, amphibians, aquatic plants, and protists.
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What is one benefit of wetlands?
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Wetlands can filter pollutants out of water, improving water quality and providing habitat for various species.
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What adaptations do organisms in estuaries need to survive?
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Organisms in estuaries must be able to survive changing salt levels due to the mixing of freshwater and saltwater.
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What role do aquatic plants play in aquatic ecosystems?
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Aquatic plants provide oxygen, food, and habitat for various organisms, and they help stabilize sediments.
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