Semi-Enclosed Areas of the Coastal Ocean Where Seawater Is Diluted

question 68

Multiple Choice

Semi-enclosed areas of the coastal ocean where seawater is diluted and partially mixed with freshwater coming from the land are referred to as

• A)eddies.
• B)coastal reservoirs.
• C)tidal basins.
• D)estuaries.

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Definitions:

Lichens

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Ocean Zones

The division of the ocean into different layers or regions, typically based on depth, light penetration, distance from the shoreline, and ecological characteristics.

Variable Conditions

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