Which Adaptive Characteristic Do Organisms Within the Deep Pelagic and Benthic

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which adaptive characteristic do organisms within the deep pelagic and benthic communities have in common?

• A) heavy support structures
• B) gigantism
• C) calcium carbonate exoskeleton
• D) gas-filled internal spaces

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