Aquatic Ecosystems (basics)

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Where does photosynthesis take place in the cell?

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Chloroplast

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What are coral reefs classified as?

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Biotic

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What is cohesion?

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Water sticks to itself.

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What is bioaccumulation?

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The accumulation of substances, such as pesticides or other chemicals, in an organism.

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Name a property of water.

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Adhesion, Cohesion, Universal Solvent, High specific heat, Less dense as a solid.

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What is an aquatic ecosystem?

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A water-based environment where living organisms interact with each other and their surroundings.

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What are the two main types of aquatic ecosystems?

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Freshwater and marine.

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What is the role of producers in an aquatic ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants and algae, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of phytoplankton in aquatic ecosystems?

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Phytoplankton are primary producers and form the base of the aquatic food web.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components, while abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem.