Question

The relatively shallow part of the ocean extending from the low tide mark to the edge of the continental shelf is called the:___________.

A) surface zone.
B) abyssal zone.
C) neritic zone.
D) littoral zone.
E) limnetic zone.

Answer 1

C. neritic zone

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

C

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer would be the neritic zone.

The neritic zone is one of the various zones in which the ocean divided. It is the relatively shallow part of the ocean where the rays of the sun are able to reach the floor. Thus, this part of the ocean is able to support photosynthetic organisms, making the water to be rich in oxygen and other life forms.

Due to the location of the neritic zone which extends from the low tide area towards the continental shelf, the water in this area is usually under low pressure with relatively unchanging salinity.

The correct option is C.