Most of the Ocean's Productivity Occurs

question 31

Multiple Choice

Most of the ocean's productivity occurs

• A) in the open ocean.
• B) in the intertidal zone.
• C) in the neritic zone.
• D) near hydrothermal vents.
• E) in the benthic province.

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