Aquatic Ecosystems Quiz

Which of the following is a factor in aquatic ecosystems?

• Soil type

• Water depth

• Air pressure

• Altitude

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What factor in aquatic ecosystems is related to the movement of water?

• Temperature

• Nutrient availability

• Currents

• Light intensity

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Which factor affects the availability of resources for organisms in aquatic ecosystems?

• Temperature

• Nutrient availability

• Salinity

• pH level

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Which of the following is a type of freshwater ecosystem?

• Oceans

• Rivers and streams

• Deserts

• Coral reefs

Which of the following is NOT a type of freshwater ecosystem?

• Lakes and ponds

• Freshwater wetlands

• Coral reefs

• Rivers and streams

What is the main difference between a stream and a lake?

• A stream is a large body of water, while a lake is a small flowing water body.

• A stream is a small flowing water body, while a lake is a large body of still water.

• A stream is a large body of still water, while a lake is a small flowing water body.

• A stream and a lake are both large bodies of still water.

What is a wetland?

• A dry area with little vegetation

• An ecosystem where water covers the soil or is present at or near the surface for part of the year

• A desert with occasional rainfall

• A forest with dense trees and no water

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Which of the following is NOT a type of freshwater wetland shown in the image?

• Bog

• Swamp

• Marsh

• Desert

What is an estuary?

• A wetland where a river meets the sea

• A desert area with little rainfall

• A mountain range with high peaks

• A forest with dense trees

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Which of the following is an example of an estuary?

• Salt marsh

• Desert

• Mountain

• Grassland

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