15 Questions
What factor can negatively affect biodiversity in lakes?
Freezing of the lake
What are the primary producers in freshwater lakes?
Plants, phytoplankton, and zooplankton
Why do estuaries and salt marshes have relatively low biodiversity?
Salinity fluctuations from freshwater to saltwater
Which organisms are common in estuaries and salt marshes due to their ability to excrete excess salts?
Oysters and crabs
What type of organisms are crucial for the biodiversity of rivers?
Primary producers and fish
What is the impact of temperature on stagnant bodies of water like lakes?
Decreases oxygen levels
Which type of water body is compared to the intertidal zone due to constant movement?
Rivers
What happens if a lake becomes anoxic?
Decreased oxygen levels
What impact do incoming tides from oceans have on estuaries and salt marshes?
Introduce fish such as salmon
What is the main consequence of a lake freezing?
Anoxic conditions
Which primary producers are mainly found in freshwater lakes?
Plants, phytoplankton, and zooplankton
What type of organisms are commonly found in rivers due to the constant movement of water?
Fish and macrophytes
Which specialized habitats have fluctuating salinity levels from freshwater to saltwater?
Estuaries and salt marshes
What is a key factor contributing to the low biodiversity in estuaries and salt marshes for organisms that live there exclusively?
Salinity fluctuations
Which organisms find estuaries and salt marshes as important places for feeding grounds?
Mammals and birds
Explore the concept of biodiversity and learn about the different species of plants and animals that exist in various ecosystems and habitats. Discover how biodiversity varies across different regions such as Mount Everest and the Rockies.
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