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No, phytoplankton are not limited to freshwater; they are primarily found in marine environments, particularly in oceans and seas. These microscopic organisms thrive in nutrient-rich waters and are essential to aquatic ecosystems, forming the base of the food web. Some species can also inhabit brackish waters, which are a mix of fresh and saltwater.
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Are leeches found only in fresh water?
NO. They can be found anywhere a lake is. Such as water.
Do nematodes live in the ocean?
There are a few species of Nematodes that live not only in oceans but also in fresh water. They eat phytoplankton like diatoms, algae, and fungi
What percentage of the water found on the earth is fresh water?
3%
How much of fresh water is found in surface water like river steams and lakes?
Only about 1.7% of earths water is drinkable fresh water, so conserve it! Most of the fresh water is found in glaciers
Is volvox found in fresh or salt water?
Volvox and all of its close relatives are found only in freshwater.
Why are phytoplankton only found on the ocean?
because they wont be able to provideoxygen if
Is fresh water only found in the frozen state such as in the glaciers?
No, fresh water is not only found in a frozen state like glaciers. While a significant portion of the Earth's fresh water is stored in glaciers and ice caps, fresh water is also present in rivers, lakes, groundwater, and atmospheric moisture. These sources provide essential water for ecosystems, human consumption, and agriculture, making fresh water accessible in various forms beyond just ice.
What percent of all water on earth is found in the ocean ocean?
~71% of the earth is covered with water, of that ~97% is salt and ~3% is fresh (2% of fresh water is frozen, only about 1% is available)
Is there more fresh water than salt water on the earth surface?
No, salt water accounts for about 97% of Earth's water, while fresh water only makes up about 3%. This fresh water is primarily found in ice caps, glaciers, lakes, and underground aquifers.
Why is water considered a scarce resource?
Water is considered as a scarce resource as fresh water occupies only 3% of total water found on earth.
Is the most water found on earth in is rivers?
Only 2.5% of Earth's water is considered fresh water (i.e. not in oceans). Most water is in our oceans.
Why water considered a scarce resource?
Water is considered as a scarce resource as fresh water occupies only 3% of total water found on earth.
