Which of the following best explains why the diversity of organisms decreases as you move from shallow seas to deep oceans?

A. The levels of oxygen in the deep ocean are too high for many organisms to thrive.
B. The low temperatures of the deep ocean would freeze most organisms.
C. The salinity of the deep ocean is too high for most organisms to live.
D. The lack of sunlight in the deep ocean limits the types of organisms that can survive.

The lack of sunlight in the deep ocean limits the types of organisms that can survive. ;

Answered by Oseni | 2024-06-24

the lack of sunlight in the deep ocean limits the types of organisms that can survive

Answered by deedaralibaloch | 2024-06-24

The decrease in the diversity of organisms from shallow seas to deep oceans is primarily due to the lack of sunlight in the deep ocean, which limits the types of organisms that can survive. The photic zone supports diverse life through photosynthesis, while the aphotic zone accommodates only those organisms adapted to low or no light. Therefore, the best answer is option D.
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Answered by Oseni | 2024-09-26