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CORALGRILL2014

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Maximum latitude is reached at the:
 a. Prime Meridian.
  b. North and South Poles.
  c. International date line.
  d. Equator.

Question 2

Describe the three groups of living organisms in marine ecosystems (categorized based on where or how they live), providing an example of each.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Plankton (phytoplankton, zooplankton) are small plants and animals that float freely with the ocean currents. Nekton (fish, squid, reptiles, mammals) are swimming animals. The benthos (corals, sponges, algae) are plants and animals that live on the ocean floor.



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