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Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Accumulation of fluid in the spaces of the brain and can occur in a neonate


Definitions:

Estuary

A coastal area where freshwater from rivers and streams meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating a unique and biodiverse ecosystem.

Floodplain Zone

An area adjacent to a river or stream that experiences occasional or periodic flooding, often fertile due to the silt deposits, but also susceptible to water damage.

Net Primary Production

The amount of carbon uptake after subtracting the carbon dioxide lost through autotrophic respiration, representing the total biomass produced by plants.

Aquatic Life Zones

Ecological regions differentiated by water characteristics, including salinity, depth, and water flow, and inhabited by distinct groups of plant and animal life.

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