Of the three zones in the pond shown, which would you expect to see little or no photosynthesis, and a greater population of decomposers?

Which ecosystem has no photosynthesis, with organisms relying instead on decomposing matter called “marine snow”?

Driving home, you pass through a warmer area with a lot of farm land. You notice a pond near the road that is thick with coating of green algae. This is a ______________ pond.

Which ecosystem is sometimes referred to as a “marine desert,” due to its lack of life?

Where would you expect to find a bioluminescent organism?

Of the three types of inland freshwater wetlands, which one would you expect to find no trees, and a normal pH level?

This is the most productive ecosystem in the ocean. It is formed as the result of a tiny animal and algae living in a mutualistic relationship.

What are the two most important abiotic factors in determining the productivity, or amount of life in different areas of the ocean? Choose two.

What color sand would you expect to see on sheltered cove on a volcanic island, such as Hawai’i?

This area of the ocean only makes up 10% of the total ecosystem size, but has 90% of its biodiversity.

The change in sea level from high to low tide is the result of…

This diagram represents what type of coastal wetland?

Classify each of the following organism: Diatom (a type of green algae)

Classify each of the following organism: Bacteria

Classify each of the following organisms: Clams

Classify each of the following organisms: Dolphins