Freshwater & Marine Ecosystem

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The zone near the shoreline in a lake is known as the __________ zone.

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littoral zone: This is the area of a lake or pond that is close to the shore, where sunlight penetrates and supports aquatic plants.

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Swamps are commonly found on __________.

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flat, poorly drained land: Swamps are wetlands that are dominated by trees and are typically found in low-lying areas.

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An increase in the amount of nutrients in a lake is known as __________.

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eutrophication: This process can lead to excessive growth of algae and depletion of oxygen in the water.

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The plankton that is animal-like is called __________.

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zooplankton: These are small, often microscopic animals that drift in water and are a crucial part of the aquatic food web.

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Organisms that live on the bottom of aquatic ecosystems are known as __________.

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benthic organisms: These organisms inhabit the bottom of water bodies and play a key role in the ecosystem.

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The primary producers in aquatic ecosystems are __________.

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phytoplankton: These microscopic plants use photosynthesis to convert sunlight into energy, forming the base of the food web.

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The term for the open water area of a lake is __________.

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limnetic zone: This zone is away from the shore and is characterized by deeper water where light can still penetrate.

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The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water is called __________.

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condensation: This is a key part of the water cycle, leading to cloud formation and precipitation.

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The term for the bottom layer of a body of water is __________.

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benthic zone: This zone includes the sediment surface and sub-surface layers, where many organisms live.

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The term for organisms that swim freely in the water column is __________.

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nekton: These are larger aquatic animals, such as fish and whales, that can move independently of water currents.