A Region of the Ocean Is Very Clear and Filled

question 27

Multiple Choice

A region of the ocean is very clear and filled with light, and most of its permanent inhabitants are phytoplankton and zooplankton. In some areas there are large floating algae, such as Sargassum. The region is frequently visited by a variety of nekton, including fishes, sea turtles, whales, and dolphins. Its overall biological density and diversity are relatively low. This region is most likely in

• A) the deep benthic zone.
• B) the deep pelagic zone.
• C) the photic zone in the open ocean.
• D) a nearshore estuary.

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