Aquatic Habitats - SS2 Biology Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Which of the following is a major marine zone characterized by abundant sunlight and high biological productivity?
Abyssal zone
Intertidal zone
Neritic zone
Which of the following adaptations allows plants to survive in the marine habitat?
Root systems for anchoring
Lungs for breathing underwater
Ability to camouflage with surroundings
Which of the following adaptations is commonly seen in marine animals to help them cope with the pressure in deep-sea environments?
Streamlined bodies for fast swimming
Bioluminescence for attracting prey
Ability to extract oxygen from water
Which of the following is an example of an animal adaptation to the intertidal zone?
Long legs for walking on land
Ability to withstand desiccation
Gills for extracting oxygen from air
Which major marine zone is characterized by extreme cold temperatures, darkness, and high hydrostatic pressure?
Epipelagic zone
Abyssopelagic zone
Bathypelagic zone
Which major zone in an estuarine habitat experiences the greatest fluctuation in salinity levels?
Intertidal zone
Salt marsh zone
Subtidal zone
Which of the following is a common plant adaptation to the estuarine habitat?
Extensive root systems
Large ears for sound detection
Streamlined bodies for swimming
Which major zone in an estuarine habitat is characterized by a mixture of saltwater and freshwater?
Intertidal zone
Salt marsh zone
Subtidal zone
Which of the following is a common animal adaptation to the estuarine habitat?
Gills for extracting oxygen from water
Wings for flying long distances
Fur for insulation in cold temperatures
Which major zone in an estuarine habitat is characterized by the highest biodiversity?
Intertidal zone
Salt marsh zone
Subtidal zone