Ocean Zones

Front

In what zone does approximately 90% of all ocean life live? Options: sunlight, twilight, midnight

Back

sunlight

Front

The Photic zone is also known as the __________________________ zone.

Back

epipelagic (euphotic)

Front

Animals that can use their bodies to make light are called _______________.

Back

bioluminescent

Front

Lanternfish, hatchet fish, and wolf eel live in this zone. Name the zone.

Back

Twilight

Front

As oceans become deeper, the water pressure ___________________.

Back

increases

Front

Which layer of the ocean starts at 500 m and extends to 3000 feet?

Back

twilight

Front

The midnight zone is also known as the __________________ zone.

Back

aphotic

Front

Humans can only explore the midnight zone with the help of ________________.

Back

submersible vehicles

Front

Which zone has the warmest water temperature? Options: sunlight, twilight, midnight

Back

sunlight

Front

Which zone is completely dark and near freezing in temperature? Options: sunlight, twilight, midnight

Back

midnight