Aquatic Science Unit 5 Test

Aquatic Science Unit 5 Test

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Science

11th Grade

Practice Problem

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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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