Aquatic Ecosystems

Front

In aquatic ecosystems, light availability is largely a function of water

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Depth

Front

The marine ecosystem is the largest __________ system on Earth.

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Aquatic

Front

The two major zones of the ocean are the __________ and __________ zones.

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Photic and aphotic

Front

The photic zone is where __________ can occur.

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Photosynthesis

Front

The aphotic zone is also known as the __________ zone.

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Dark

Front

Water temperature influences the division of ocean __________.

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Layers

Front

Photosynthetic organisms have adaptive mechanisms to remain near the surface.

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Mechanisms include buoyancy bubbles, droplets of oil, and increased surface area.

Front

Continental Shelf

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The extended perimeter of each continent, submerged under shallow seas.

Front

Continental Slope

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The slope between the outer edge of the continental shelf and the deep ocean floor.

Front

Adaptive mechanisms in photosynthetic organisms.

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Enable survival and efficiency in light absorption near the ocean surface.