1.8 Notes Aquatic Ecosystems Quiz

Which of the following is a type of freshwater ecosystem?

• Streams & Rivers

• Oceans

• Deserts

• Grasslands

What type of wetland is characterized by being submerged in water for part or all of the year and is shallow enough to support emergent vegetation?

• Marsh

• Desert

• Ocean

• Grassland

Which type of wetland is typically found in areas with standing water and supports a variety of plant life?

• Wetland: marsh

• Wetland: swamps

• Wetland: bogs

• Streams & Rivers

What is an estuary?

• A transition zone between rivers and the ocean

• A type of desert

• A mountain range

• A freshwater lake

What type of water is typically found in estuaries?

• Freshwater

• Saltwater

• Brackish water

• Distilled water

Which of the following habitats are commonly found in estuaries?

• Deserts and tundras

• Marshes and mangroves

• Coral reefs and kelp forests

• Grasslands and savannas

What is the largest mangrove habitat in the world?

• The Amazon Rainforest

• The Sundarbans

• The Florida Everglades

• The Great Barrier Reef

Which marine environment is known for its complex root systems that help stabilize the coastline?

• Estuary

• Seagrass marshes

• Mangroves

• Open ocean

Which marine environment is typically found between the high and low tide lines?

• Estuary

• Intertidal

• Coral reefs

• Open ocean

Which marine environment is known for its high biodiversity and colorful underwater structures?

• Estuary

• Seagrass marshes

• Coral reefs

• Open ocean