A Major Driver of the Spring and Fall Turnover in Lakes

question 20

Multiple Choice

A major driver of the spring and fall turnover in lakes is what?

• A) the formation of ice
• B) the receding/melting of ice
• C) the water dropping to 4°C
• D) the wind

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Definitions:

Muscle Activity

The physical action or movement produced by the contraction of muscles, which can be voluntary or involuntary, playing a critical role in posture, movement, and circulation.

Blood Vessels

Blood vessels are the part of the circulatory system that transports blood throughout the human body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Metabolism

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that allow them to grow, reproduce, maintain their structures, and respond to their environments.

Acclimatization

The process by which an organism adjusts to a gradual change in its environment, allowing it to maintain performance across a range of environmental conditions.