Marine Science Fall Flashcards

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Marine ecosystem in a coastal region

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An ecosystem found in the ocean

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Biotic factors in a tide pool community

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Fish, plants, and bacteria

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What specific function does chlorophyll serve in marine primary production?

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Absorbs sunlight for energy conversion

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NGSS.HS-LS1-5

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Which technology would provide the most accurate seafloor mapping data? Options: Traditional depth soundings, Satellite imagery, Modern sonar systems, Underwater cameras

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Modern sonar systems

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NGSS.HS-PS4-5

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What primarily causes Earth's seasonal changes?

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Earth's axial tilt

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How do warm ocean currents primarily affect these coastal climates?

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Distribute heat globally

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

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What critical role would be lost if these mangroves were removed? Options: Freshwater production, Deep-sea nutrient cycling, Coastal erosion prevention, Ocean temperature regulation

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Coastal erosion prevention

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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Which seafloor feature are they likely observing? Options: Continental slope, Volcanic ridge, Abyssal plain, Submarine canyon

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Abyssal plain

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-1

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What primary factor drives thermohaline circulation?

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Temperature and salinity differences

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-5

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How does this protected status primarily benefit marine species?

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Providing safe breeding grounds