5 Questions
Which strategy is mentioned for coping with osmotic stress in variable shoreline conditions?
Retreating to more favorable microhabitats such as tidepools or crevices
Which organisms are described as osmoconformers?
Molluscs and worms
What is mentioned as a strategy for managing thermal stress in shoreline organisms?
Retreating to more favorable microhabitats, such as tidepools or crevices
What is described as a factor affecting body temperature in shoreline organisms?
Color and reflectivity
Which behavior is mentioned as aiding evaporative cooling in some shoreline species?
Mussel shell gaping during hot low tides
Test your knowledge of osmotic stress and its impact on shoreline organisms with this quiz. Explore the reasons for osmotic stress, such as aerial emersion at low tide and freshwater input, and learn about the strategies that organisms use to cope with variable shoreline osmotic conditions.
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