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Organisms that live in freshwater and marine biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following adaptations would be the most beneficial to wading birds? a. dense feathers b. webbed feet c. long, light legs d. waterproof feathers Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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The littoral is a zone identified in lakes and ponds and is the coldest because it is shallow and lacks nutrients to support life. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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Which of the following organisms lives near the surface of aquatic biomes because it needs sunlight to survive?a.phytoplanktonb.zooplanktonc.sturgeond.manatee

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Which of the following did not allow researchers to further explore below the ocean’s surface?a.ROV’sb.Alvinc.Palomaresd.Bathysphere

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Understanding the salinity of aquatic environments is unimportant in understanding the overall ecosystem.

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Unlike lakes, the ocean is separated into zones.

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Which of the following phrases describes a typical river mouth?a.clearer water with high levels of oxygenb.decreased vegetation and lower oxygen levelsc.increased species diversityd.high levels of vegetation

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Temperatures in ponds and lakes vary by season.

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An estuary is _______.a.a freshwater biomeb.an area with a low concentration of minerals and nutrientsc.characterized by deep waterd.an ecotone

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Waste disposal, food source, medicines, medicinal therapies, and aquaculture are all ways _______.a.humans impact the marine environmentb.humans utilize marine resourcesc.marine environments have impacted humansd.all of the above

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