Aquatic Ecosystems

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What is the primary biome where you would find organisms like fish and whales?

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Open ocean upper region.

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

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Approximately 72%.

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What term describes a prolonged period of little or no rainfall?

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Drought.

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What is an aquatic ecosystem characterized by a thin layer of water covering soil that is wet most of the time?

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Wetland.

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What is the name of the largest freshwater marsh in the United States?

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Florida Everglades.

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What are the two main types of aquatic ecosystems?

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Freshwater and marine.

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What is the significance of wetlands in an ecosystem?

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They provide habitat for wildlife, filter pollutants, and help in flood control.

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What is the difference between a lake and a pond?

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Lakes are generally larger and deeper than ponds, with stratified layers.

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What is the role of phytoplankton in aquatic ecosystems?

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They are primary producers that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the term for the zone in a body of water where light penetrates and photosynthesis can occur?

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Euphotic zone.