One of the unique characteristics of water is its ability to maintain a constant temperature within large aquatic systems. Why is this important to an aquatic environment?

A) Aquatic organisms cannot survive in warm water environments.
B) Most aquatic organisms cannot survive in cold water environments.
C) Aquatic organisms can only survive within a very small range of water temperatures.
D) Most aquatic organisms cannot survive a rapid increase or decrease in water temperature.


Ans: D) Most aquatic organisms cannot survive a rapid increase or decrease in water temperature.

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