Marine Studies Quiz - Year 10 VET

Which of the following is an ocean zone?

• Pelagic

• Mangrove

• Tundra

• Estuary

What is the purpose of using otolith rings in marine studies?

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  To track ocean currents

• To measure water temperature

• To determine fish age

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  To identify fish species

Which of the below factors is affected by light penetration?

• Fish Populations

• Ocean currents

• 
  Salinity levels

• Coral reefs

What is a method used to sample marine life?

• Soil Sampling

• Quadrat sampling

• Air sampling

• Fish Population Graphs

What is one advantage of BRUV sampling?

• High Cost

• 
  Non-invasive observation

• Limited data collection

• Requires large equipment

What is the main focus of conservation strategies in marine populations?

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  Reducing air pollution

• 
  Increasing land area

• Declining marine populations

• Expanding urban development

What is the role of catch limits in fisheries management?

• To prevent overfishing

• To increase fish prices

• To reduce water pollution

• To expand fishing areas

Which color disappears first underwater?

• Yellow

• Blue

• Green

• Red

What are the characteristics of a Mangrove ecoystem in WA?

Which ocean zone is known for organisms such as crabs, molluscs and abalone?

• Intertidal zone

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  Abyssal zone

• Pelagic zone

• Continental shelf