Aquatic Biomes Review

While on a field trip to the lake, Arjun observed that some organisms can be animal-like or plant-like and float freely near or at the surface of the water. What are these organisms called?

• benthos

• nekton

• plankton

• decomposers

-polluted by industry -dumping sites for waste -pesticide runoff -temperature pollution -toxic sediments What is being described above?

• threats to wetlands

• threats to rivers and streams

• threats to lakes and ponds

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Kai and Abigail noticed that many ____ have been filled for farming and urban use and have lost their effectiveness as natural flood control.

• wetlands

• ponds and lakes

• rivers and streams

• deserts

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following habitats are most suitable for amphibians and birds that prefer hollow trees over water?

• Freshwater swamps

• Deserts

• Grasslands

• Urban areas

What characteristic is least likely to be found in headwaters?

• A) The water is typically clear.

• B) The water often supports diverse aquatic life.

• C) The water generally moves swiftly.

• D) The water is usually nutrient-poor.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Most of the Earth's water is found in oceans and seas, making it saline.

• True

• False

Ava and her friends are studying the ocean ecosystem. During their research, they learned about various threats to coral reefs. Which of the following is a major threat to coral reefs?

• Overfishing

• Pollution

• Climate change

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following are considered primary producers in aquatic biomes?

• Phytoplankton

• Zooplankton

• Fish

• Algae

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Michael and Nora are planning a weekend trip to explore different biomes. They want to visit a freshwater biome. Which of the following should they choose?

• Lake

• Ocean

• Estuary

• Coral reef

How do you calculate the net primary productivity?

• Net Primary Productivity + Gross Primary Productivity

• Gross Primary Productivity - Cellular Respiration

• Cellular Respiration - Gross Primary Productivity

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NGSS.HS-LS2-4