Aquatic Biomes

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What is an aquatic biome?

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An aquatic biome is a large community of plants and animals that live in water, characterized by specific environmental conditions such as salinity, depth, and flow.

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What are the two main types of aquatic biomes?

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Marine and freshwater biomes.

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What is the limnetic zone?

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The limnetic zone is the open water area of a pond or lake that is far from shore, where sunlight penetrates and supports photosynthesis.

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What is the benthic zone?

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The benthic zone is the bottom layer of a body of water, where less sunlight reaches, and it is often inhabited by organisms that feed on detritus.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land that drains into a particular body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

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What is an estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What defines a river or stream biome?

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A river or stream biome is characterized by flowing freshwater, which can vary in speed and volume.

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What is the littoral zone?

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The littoral zone is the nearshore area of a pond or lake where sunlight reaches the bottom, allowing aquatic plants to grow.

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What is the difference between marine and freshwater biomes?

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Marine biomes have higher salinity and include oceans and coral reefs, while freshwater biomes have low salinity and include lakes, rivers, and ponds.

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What role do aquatic plants play in aquatic biomes?

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Aquatic plants provide oxygen, food, and habitat for various aquatic organisms and play a crucial role in the ecosystem.