Which of the Following Is Not a Reason to Explain

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason to explain why fewer animals live in freshwater than in the ocean?

• A) Freshwater is generally hypotonic to tissue fluids.
• B) Freshwater generally has a less constant temperature environment.
• C) Freshwater generally has a less constant oxygen environment.
• D) Freshwater generally is more turbid.
• E) Freshwater generally contains less food.

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Definitions:

Human Health

The state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Acid Rain

Precipitation with a lower pH than normal, caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides from industrial processes and vehicles, which can harm ecosystems and human-made structures.

Secondary Pollutants

Pollutants that are not emitted directly into the air, but form when primary pollutants react in the atmosphere.

Earth's Surface

The outermost layer of the Earth, encompassing both land masses and water bodies.