Why Is a Rocky Seashore Inhabited by More Types of Organisms

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why is a rocky seashore inhabited by more types of organisms than a sandy seashore?

• A) The rocks trap and hold more nutrients.
• B) The sand drains water more quickly at low tide.
• C) The sand does not hold nutrients.
• D) Predators are more likely to hunt along sandy shores.
• E) It is easier for organisms to attach to the rocks.

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