Ocean Zones & Adaptations

Front

What is the term for organisms that live on or in the bottom of the ocean?

Back

Benthos

Front

What is the water area between the low tide mark and the edge of the continental shelf called?

Back

Neritic Zone

Front

Which ocean zone has the warmest temperatures and is where most marine life exists?

Back

Photic Zone

Front

What is the name of the zone in the ocean that supports the least amount of life?

Back

Aphotic Zone

Front

What are photophores?

Back

Specialized organs in some deep-sea fish that produce light.

Front

What is the intertidal zone?

Back

The area of the shoreline that is exposed to air at low tide and submerged at high tide.

Front

Define the term 'neuston'.

Back

Organisms that live on or near the surface of the water.

Front

What is the difference between the photic and aphotic zones?

Back

The photic zone receives sunlight and supports photosynthesis, while the aphotic zone is dark and does not support photosynthesis.

Front

What adaptations might organisms in the aphotic zone have?

Back

Bioluminescence, large eyes, and specialized feeding mechanisms.

Front

What is the significance of the neritic zone for marine life?

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It is rich in nutrients and supports a high diversity of marine organisms.