Aquatic Ecosystems

Which zone in this pond would be classified as benthic? Options:

A

B

C

Which zone in this pond would be classified as limnetic? Options:

A

B

C

Which zone in this pond would be classified as littoral? Options:

A

B

C

Which zone in the pond would have little or no photosynthesis and a greater population of decomposers? Options: A, B, C

Which zone in the pond would you expect the greatest amount of biological diversity?

Which ecosystem has no photosynthesis, with organisms relying instead on decomposing matter called “marine snow”?

Driving home, you pass through a warmer area with a lot of farm land. You notice a pond near the road that is thick with coating of green algae. This is a ______________ pond.

Which ecosystem is sometimes referred to as a “marine desert,” due to its lack of life? Options: Coastal zone, Benthic zone, Open ocean, Tidal zone

Where would you expect to find a bioluminescent organism?

Of the three types of inland freshwater wetlands, which one would you expect to find no trees, and a normal pH level?