Ocean Zones and Marine Biomes

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Which of the following best describes the Abyssal Zone?

  • A region of the ocean where sunlight penetrates, supporting a variety of marine life.
  • A shallow, sunlit area of the ocean where many plants thrive.
  • A zone in the ocean with moderate sunlight and warmer temperatures.
  • The deepest part of the ocean, characterized by complete darkness and extreme cold. (correct)

Which of the following is the best example of adaptation?

  • Polar bears camouflage in the snow to hunt seals. (correct)
  • Birds migrating to warmer climates during winter.
  • Whales breaching the surface of the ocean to breathe.
  • A fish thriving in a freshwater lake.

The Bathyal Zone is also known as the:

  • Midnight Zone
  • Twilight Zone (correct)
  • Sunlit Zone
  • Intertidal Zone

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for the Abyssal Zone?

<p>Middle Ocean (D)</p>
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Which of the following zones is characterized by the absence of sunlight?

<p>Abyssal Zone (D)</p>
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What is a 'biome'?

<p>A large area of the earth with specific plants, animals, and climate. (B)</p>
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How does the depth of the Bathyal Zone compare to the Abyssal Zone?

<p>The Bathyal Zone is not as deep as the Abyssal Zone. (C)</p>
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Which feature is a defining characteristic of the Abyssal Zone?

<p>Extreme cold (B)</p>
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Which term describes the process where a species develops traits to better survive in their surroundings?

<p>Adaptation (C)</p>
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Which of these options is the broadest, most inclusive term?

<p>Biome (B)</p>
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Which of the following best explains how adaptation impacts an organism's survival?

<p>Adaptation helps the organism survive and thrive in its environment. (C)</p>
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The Twilight Zone is characterized by:

<p>Dim light (A)</p>
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Which of the following correctly pairs a zone with its descriptive feature?

<p>Abyssal Zone: Complete darkness (D)</p>
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Which zone lies between the sunlit surface waters and the completely dark abyssal depths?

<p>Bathyal Zone (D)</p>
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An adjustment to environmental conditions that enhances survival is known as:

<p>An adaptation (D)</p>
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In which ocean zone do adaptations need to address the challenge of complete darkness?

<p>Abyssal zone (C)</p>
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What term is used as a synonym for 'habitat'?

<p>Ecosystem (A)</p>
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Which zone is defined as the part of the ocean that is deeper than the sunlight can reach but not as deep as the Abyssal Zone?

<p>Bathyal Zone (A)</p>
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Which noun describes a trait that enhances survival?

<p>Adaptation (C)</p>
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Which zone is the deepest?

<p>Abyssal Zone (D)</p>
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Flashcards

Abyssal Zone

A very deep part of the ocean where no sunlight reaches; it is super cold and dark. Also known as the deep ocean, ocean depths, or ocean floor.

Adaptation

A change or trait in a plant or animal that helps it survive better in its environment. Synonyms include adjustment, change, or improvement.

Bathayal Zone

The part of the ocean that is deeper than the sunlight can reach, but not as deep as the abyssal zone; also known as the middle ocean or twilight zone.

Biome

A large area of the Earth with specific plants, animals, and climate, like deserts, forests, or oceans; also known as a habitat or ecosystem.

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Ecosystem

An interacting community of organisms and their physical environment.

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Study Notes

  • Ocean Zones Definitions

Abyssal Zone

  • Part of speech: noun
  • Definition: Very deep part of the ocean where no sunlight reaches; super cold and dark
  • Synonyms: deep ocean, ocean depths, ocean floor

Adaptation

  • Part of speech: noun
  • Definition: A change or trait in a plant or animal that helps it survive in its environment
  • Synonyms: adjustment, change, improvement

Bathyal Zone

  • Part of speech: noun
  • Definition: The part of the ocean that is deeper than sunlight can reach, but not as deep as the abyssal zone
  • Synonyms: middle ocean, twilight zone

Biome

  • Part of speech: noun
  • Definition: A large area of the Earth with specific plants, animals, and climate, like deserts, forests, or oceans
  • Synonyms: habitat, ecosystem

Ecosystem

  • Part of speech: noun

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