Aquatic Biome Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land that channels rainfall, snowmelt, and runoff into a common body of water.

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Define intertidal zone.

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The intertidal zone is an area between the high and low tide marks where the land and sea meet.

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True or False: The ocean is divided into zones based on similarities in light, temperature, and marine life.

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FALSE

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What is a dead zone?

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A dead zone is an area of water where oxygen levels are too low for aquatic life to survive.

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What is nutrient pollution?

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Nutrient pollution is the process where excess nutrients, mainly nitrogen and phosphorus, are added to bodies of water, causing excessive growth of algae.

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What is the neritic zone?

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The neritic zone is the shallow part of the ocean where sunlight can penetrate, supporting a diverse range of marine life.

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What is the marine zone?

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The marine zone refers to the vast body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface, including oceans and seas.

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What is the significance of algae blooms?

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Algae blooms can deplete oxygen in water, leading to dead zones and harming aquatic life.

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What factors influence aquatic biomes?

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Factors include temperature, light availability, salinity, and nutrient levels.

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What is the difference between a lake and a pond?

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Lakes are generally larger and deeper than ponds, with distinct thermal layers.