Aquatic Science Unit 5 Test

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11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an estuary?
Back
An estuary is an area where saltwater and freshwater mix.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who are the primary producers in an aquatic food web?
Back
Phytoplankton and seaweed are the primary producers in an aquatic food web.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is NOT a freshwater ecosystem?
Back
An estuary is not a freshwater ecosystem.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What occurs when a population exceeds its carrying capacity?
Back
When a population exceeds its carrying capacity, the population starts to die off.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define carrying capacity in an ecosystem.
Back
Carrying capacity is the maximum population size an ecosystem can support.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are phytoplankton?
Back
Phytoplankton are microscopic plants that float in water and are primary producers in aquatic ecosystems.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do zooplankton play in aquatic ecosystems?
Back
Zooplankton are primary consumers that feed on phytoplankton.
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