What is an estuary?
Estuary Biome

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.
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What causes the water level in an estuary to rise and fall?
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Ocean tides bring water in and out of the shore, causing flooding in the estuary.
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What is brackish water?
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Brackish water is a mixture of fresh and saltwater, typically found in estuaries.
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Why do plants like cattails and mangroves thrive in brackish water?
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They have adaptations for living in both freshwater and saltwater and need the waters to flood their roots each day.
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What is the defining difference between marine, freshwater, and estuary biomes?
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The defining difference is salinity (dissolved salt).
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Why can some birds and trees only live beside the river at the top of the estuary?
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Those birds and trees have adaptations for only freshwater and cannot tolerate flooding.
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What role do estuaries play in the ecosystem?
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Estuaries serve as nurseries for many marine species, providing a safe habitat for young fish and other organisms.
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