Match the biome or aquatic system listed below with the description that best characterizes it

a. euphotic zone d. tropical grassland
b. coral reef e. cold forest
c. Lake f. temperate desert

10. a few species of coniferous trees

11. upper layer where large, fast-swimming predatory fishes are found

12. supports large grazing and browsing animals in East Africa

13. created by polyps and zooxanthellae

14. contains widely spaced, drought-resistant plants

15. phytoplankton carry out about 40% of the world's photosynthesis here

16. benthic zone is closest to the bottom

17. daytime temperatures are very high in summer, but low in winter

18. scattered clumps of trees may have thorns to discourage herbivores

19. small, needle-shaped leaves on trees can withstand cold winters


10. ANS: E

11. ANS: A

12. ANS: D

13. ANS: B

14. ANS: F
15. ANS: A

16. ANS: C

17. ANS: F

18. ANS: D

19. ANS: E

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