Marine Science 2 Exam Review Fall, 2023

Front

What class do octopuses and squids belong to?

Back

Cephalopoda

Front

To which kingdom do butterflies and moths belong?

Back

Animalia

Front

Who is known as the 'Father of Taxonomy'?

Back

Linnaeus

Front

Which organisms are exclusively filter feeders?

Back

Sponges and scallops

Front

What type of camouflage is characterized by a darker top and lighter bottom?

Back

Countershading

Front

What is the primary function of gills in marine organisms?

Back

Gas exchange (breathing underwater).

Front

What is the role of phytoplankton in marine ecosystems?

Back

They are primary producers and form the base of the marine food web.

Front

What is the difference between a vertebrate and an invertebrate?

Back

Vertebrates have a backbone; invertebrates do not.

Front

What is the significance of coral reefs in marine environments?

Back

They provide habitat, protect coastlines, and support biodiversity.

Front

What is the process of photosynthesis in marine plants?

Back

Conversion of sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose and oxygen.