Temperate Marine Ecosystems QUIZ REVIEW

What is the main characteristic of temperate marine ecosystems?

• Constant temperature

• Obvious seasonality

• Lack of precipitation

• Tropical climate

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Match the following kelp structures with their descriptions:

• Holdfast

• Floating structure that contains gas

• Pneumatocysts

• Stem-like structure

• Stripe

• Root-like structure

Which of the following is NOT a use of kelp?

• Added to makeup

• Used in soups

• Used as a building material

• Used in fertilizers

Sea urchins can destroy entire kelp forests at a rate of _______ per month.

• 10 feet

• 20 feet

• 30 feet

• 40 feet

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Kelp is part of which kingdom?

• Plantae

• Animalia

• Protista

• Fungi

What role do sea otters play in kelp forests?

• They destroy kelp

• They stabilize sea urchin populations

• They eat kelp

• They pollinate kelp

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What is the basic structure of algae known as?

• Leaf

• Stripe

• Root

• Stem

What is the role of trophic cascade in marine ecosystems?

• Increases plant growth

• Causes changes in predator and prey populations

• Stabilizes water temperature

• Reduces pollution

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Kelp is often added to foods and (a)   .

• Vitamins

• Medicines

• Drinks

• Desserts

Which of the following is a use of kelp in industry?

• Building material

• Textile production

• Soap production

• Metal refining