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G5 - Ocean ecosystems

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  • True or false: Organisms that live in the deep ocean layers are very similar to the organisms that live near the surface
    False
  • True or false: In the near-shore zone, the sunlight warms the water.
    True
  • In sandy beaches, what do crabs do in low tides?
    Crabs dig holes beneath the sand
  • True or false: As you move deeper in the ocean, pressure increases
    True
  • What is the area between the high- tide and low-tide called?
    The intertidal zone
  • True or false: Low parts of rocky cliffs might be covered with plants that can survive out of water when the tide is low.
    True
  • Name 3 animals that live in tide pools
    Crabs, shrimps and snails
  • True or false: The near-shore zone is an area rich in plants and animals
    True
  • What is the area between the intertidal zone and the open ocean called?
    The near-shore
  • Name 3 kinds of planktons
    Plant-like planktons, animal-like planktons and bacteria
  • True or false: As you move deeper in the ocean, temperature rises.
    False
  • True or false: As you move deeper in the ocean, light increases
    False
  • Animals living in tide pools are exposed to what danger at low tides?
    The danger of being eaten by birds
  • Drifting organisms that inhabit the wide open ocean
    Planktons