Biology: Life on Earth (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134168296
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 30, Problem 4MC
Which of the following is True about ocean ecosystems?
a. Surface waters typically have abundant sunlight but low levels of nutrients.
b. Because there isn't enough sunlight for photosynthesis, deep waters typically have no life.
c. Surface waters in the open ocean have the highest productivity.
d. Life near hydrothermal vents relies on photosynthesis for energy.
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