The usual rigors of the intertidal zone are less severe in the sandy intertidal than the rocky intertidal. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
ANS: F
The conditions of the intertidal are intensified in the sandy, loose substrate. The organisms living in
high energy sand and cobble beaches can be found in the most hostile and dangerous environments.
Information can be found in the section Examples of Marine Communities.
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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A) e B) He C) gamma ray D) both A and B E) none of the above
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