Tag: marine life

Photosynthesis is a process that converts $CO _2$ into organic compounds and starch (carbohydrate) using energy from sunlight. $O _2$ is also released during this process.

The UNEP (United Nations Environment Program) has passed many environmental conservation acts. To create awareness of the condition, to encourage participation on public level, developing International Environmental Law etc. are its objectives.

Aquatic organisms are used to a certain range of temperature in the water-body where they live. A sudden marked change in this temperature can be dangerous for them. It affects breeding of aquatic animals. The eggs and larvae of various animals are particularly susceptible to temperature changes.

Terrestrial vegetation participates in gas exchange through stomata, taking in carbon dioxide for photosynthesis and releasing oxygen and water vapor.

Benthic organisms are those that live on or in the bottom sediments of a body of water, such as the benthos of a lake or river.

The marine biome is defined by high salt concentration and includes oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries, as opposed to freshwater biomes like lakes and rivers.

The question is poorly phrased, but option B is the most scientifically inaccurate statement regarding atmospheric pressure and transpiration in plants.