Biomes Flashcard

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What are saltwater ecosystems?

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Marine ecosystems.

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Where are marine ecosystems found?

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In the coastal ocean, the open ocean, and the deep ocean.

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What type of ecosystems are found in oceans?

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Marine ecosystems.

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True or False: Wetlands can protect areas close to shorelines from flooding.

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True.

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What is a producer in the ocean?

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Photoplankton.

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What role do producers play in a food chain?

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They produce their own food and start the food chain.

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What are estuaries?

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Transitional areas where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What is the significance of wetlands in ecosystems?

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They provide habitat, filter pollutants, and protect shorelines.

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What are the primary producers in marine ecosystems?

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Photoplankton.

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What is the difference between marine and freshwater ecosystems?

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Marine ecosystems are saltwater environments, while freshwater ecosystems are composed of rivers, lakes, and ponds.