Marine Biomes and Ocean Productivity

Which of the following best describes marine biomes?

• Vast bodies of freshwater on Earth

• Unique ecosystems found in the deep forests

• Aquatic regions characterised by saltwater

• Deserts covered with sand and rocks

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans?

• 20%

• 40%

• 60%

• 70%

How do marine biomes contribute to the Earth's oxygen production?

• By absorbing carbon dioxide

• Through photosynthesis carried out by marine plants

• By regulating the Earth's climate

• By producing methane gas

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Which zone experiences regular changes in tides?

• Intertidal zone

• Neritic zone

• Oceanic zone

• Benthic zone

What type of organisms are commonly found in the intertidal zone?

• Coral reefs and kelp forests

• Tube worms and brittle stars

• Barnacles and crabs

• Giant squid and anglerfish

Where does the neritic zone extend to?

• Beyond the continental shelf

• The low tide mark

• The ocean floor

• The deep-sea trenches

Which zone of the marine biome is cold and under high pressure?

• Intertidal zone

• Neritic zone

• Oceanic zone

• Benthic zone

What are some examples of marine life found in the oceanic zone?

• Clownfish and parrotfish

•  Seashells and sea cucumbers

•  Dolphins and sea turtles

• Anglerfish and bioluminescent organisms

Where can deep-sea trenches, hydrothermal vents, and coral gardens be found?

• Intertidal zone

•  Neritic zone

•  Oceanic zone

• Benthic zone

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Why is it important to protect and conserve marine biomes?

•  To ensure the survival of countless species

•  To maintain the health of our planet

•  To preserve valuable resources

• All of these answers are correct

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