Most of the Ocean Is Profundal,but in the Open Ocean

question 43

Multiple Choice

Most of the ocean is profundal,but in the open ocean most primary productivity is in the photic zone because ___________.

• A)Phytoplankton need nutrients for photosynthesis
• B)Rooted aquatic plants need light for photosynthesis
• C)Rooted aquatic plants need nutrients for photosynthesis
• D)Phytoplankton need light for photosynthesis

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Definitions:

Crowding out

A situation where increased public sector spending reduces or eliminates private sector spending or borrowing due to higher interest rates.

Government Spending

The total amount of public sector expenditure on goods and services, including investments and transfers, which influences economic activity.

Interest Rates

The cost of borrowing money or the reward for saving, expressed as a percentage of the money borrowed or saved. It influences consumer spending, inflation, and overall economic activity.

Government Purchases

Expenditures by the government on goods and services that are included in the calculation of the country's GDP.