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Light is reflected by the water and by waterborne particles, so the light intensity decreases with depth. It eventually becomes insufficient to power photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis in water bodies is restricted to a certain depth This is mainly?

This is because after this depth, sunlight amounts are insufficient for photosynthesis. Most creatures hunt or use chemosynthesis after this depth.


Why is aquatic photosynthesis restricted to a certain depth?

This is because after this depth, sunlight amounts are insufficient for photosynthesis. Most creatures hunt or use chemosynthesis after this depth.


Photosynthesis can take place only near the surface of a very deep body of water.?

False.


Why cant photosynthesis occurin the deepest parts of the ocean or a deep lake?

False.


Can you see sea turttles when some scuba diving?

Sure, it just depends on the location and your depth, because some bodies of water don't have turtles and they are at a certain depth.


Dissolved oxygen increase or decrease with depth?

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What does photiczone mean?

Photiczone is the depth or area of the water in a lake or ocean, that is exposed to sufficient sunlight for photosynthesis. At a certain depth, not enough light bets through to allow for plant growth that needs sunlight.


What temperature is the Sunlight zone?

I think it might be about 2000 feet.


The well lift upper layer of bodies of water where photosynthasis can take place is the what zone?

The photic zone or euphotic zone is the depth of water in a lake or ocean that receives enough sunlight for photosynthesis to take place!


Why marine algae are restricted to the top 100 meters of the ocean?

Marine algae are primarily restricted to the top 100 meters of the ocean due to the availability of sunlight, which is essential for photosynthesis. Sunlight penetration diminishes rapidly with depth, making it difficult for algae to thrive beyond this zone. Additionally, the upper layers of the ocean support nutrient availability and warmer temperatures, both of which are conducive to algal growth. Beyond this depth, conditions become less favorable for photosynthetic organisms.


How do scuba divers find out how long they can stay at a certain depth?

we use a chart for that. which helps us calculate how long we can stay in a certain depth. dive planning


Who made the Cousteau limit?

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