Aquatic Ecosystem Flashcard

Aquatic Ecosystem Flashcard

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Biology

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do oceans contribute to climate regulation?

Back

By absorbing and storing heat from the sun and moderating temperatures on land and in the atmosphere.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do wetlands, marshes, and other aquatic habitats play in water filtration and purification?

Back

They act as natural filters, removing pollutants and sediment from water.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

To break down organic matter into simpler compounds.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which organisms are included in the benthos category?

Back

Organisms that live on or in the bottom substrate of aquatic ecosystems.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are mangrove swamps characterized by?

Back

Salt-tolerant trees and shrubs known as mangroves.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an aquatic ecosystem?

Back

A water-based environment where living organisms interact with each other and their surroundings.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of plankton in aquatic ecosystems?

Back

Plankton serve as a primary food source for many aquatic organisms and play a crucial role in the food web.

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