Marine Ecosystems

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What factors determine the types of organisms that live in water?

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Water temperature, oxygen levels, sunlight, and nutrients.

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What makes estuaries very productive ecosystems?

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They receive fresh nutrients from rivers and oceans.

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Which of the following is NOT a source of fresh water?

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Oceans.

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What type of aquatic ecosystem is a mix of fresh and salt water?

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Estuary.

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Which two bodies of water are considered saltwater?

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Oceans and Seas.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their environment interacting as a system.

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Define marine ecosystem.

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A marine ecosystem is a water-based environment that includes oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries, supporting diverse life forms.

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What role do nutrients play in marine ecosystems?

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Nutrients support the growth of plants and algae, which are the base of the food web.

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How does sunlight affect marine ecosystems?

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Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, allowing plants and algae to produce energy.

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What is the difference between fresh water and salt water?

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Fresh water has low salt concentration, while salt water, like that in oceans, has a high salt concentration.