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Intertidal zone

Intertidal zone. Rocky Shore: - Organisms must be able to tolerate waves, changes in salinity and temperature, along with periods of being under or above water. 1. Along the Rocks (pg 192-193): - spray zone. Intertidal zone (cont.). In Tide Pools :

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Intertidal zone

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  1. Intertidal zone Rocky Shore: - Organisms must be able to tolerate waves, changes in salinity and temperature, along with periods of being under or above water. 1. Along the Rocks (pg 192-193): - spray zone

  2. Intertidal zone (cont.) • In Tide Pools: - Organisms must tolerate changes in salinity, temperature and the force of waves. - holdfasts: root-like structures of plants to help hold on to the rocky bottom.

  3. Intertidal zone (cont.) B. Where Rivers Meets Ocean: - estuaries: a body of water where rivers meets the ocean - This water is termed “brackish” – part fresh – part salt water - important to protect estuaries 1. Mangrove forest 2. Salt Marshes

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