An __________ is an enclosed coastal region where seawater mixes with nutrient-rich fresh water

from rivers and streams. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


estuary

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Four of the five answers are correct statements about endothermic animals. Select the exception

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Up to 70% of travel-associated gastrointestinal diseases are caused by

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