Aquatic Ecosystems

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What term describes free swimming organisms in aquatic ecosystems?

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Nekton

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What is NOT an important feature of a wetland?

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Prevents wildfires

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Define a wetland.

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An area where land is periodically underwater.

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What is at the base of the food chain in the ocean?

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Plankton

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What are wetlands?

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Areas of land that are flooded at least part of the year.

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What is the primary role of plankton in aquatic ecosystems?

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They serve as the base of the food chain.

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Name two types of plankton.

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Phytoplankton and zooplankton.

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What is the significance of wetlands in an ecosystem?

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They provide habitat, improve water quality, and help in flood control.

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How do nekton differ from plankton?

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Nekton are free-swimming organisms, while plankton are mostly drifting organisms.

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What are some examples of nekton?

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Fish, squid, and marine mammals.