Why Is an Estuary Considered an Intermediate Biome

question 5

Multiple Choice

Why is an estuary considered an intermediate biome?

• A)It is the transition zone between freshwater and saltwater biomes.
• B)It is intermediate in size, smaller than the largest biomes but larger than the smallest biomes.
• C)It will seasonally dry up and cease to be a biome.
• D)It is only a biome during high tide.

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