Aquatic Ecosystems

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What happens to salinity levels when an area experiences increased rainfall?

Back

Salinity levels would decrease.

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What is an area called where fresh water from a river mixes with salt water from the ocean?

Back

Estuary.

Front

What happens to the amount of sunlight as the water gets deeper?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What does salinity refer to?

Back

Salinity refers to how much salt is in water.

Front

What is an area where land is periodically underwater called?

Back

Wetland.

Front

Define an aquatic ecosystem.

Back

An aquatic ecosystem is a water-based environment that supports a community of organisms.

Front

What are the two main types of aquatic ecosystems?

Back

Freshwater ecosystems and marine ecosystems.

Front

Give an example of a freshwater ecosystem.

Back

Lakes, rivers, and ponds.

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Give an example of a marine ecosystem.

Back

Oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries.

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What is the role of producers in an aquatic ecosystem?

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Producers, like aquatic plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.