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Exploring Marine Ecosystems: Ocean Zones and Habitats

Discover the global importance of marine ecosystems, from intertidal to abyssal zones. Learn how ocean zones are classified based on distance from the shoreline and water depths. Explore the rich biodiversity in neritic zones and unique habitats like coral reefs and kelp forests. Dive into the world of plankton, including zooplankton and phytoplankton, crucial for sustaining marine life. Appreciate the vast biomass present in different ocean zones and the significance of coastal waters in supporting diverse marine life.

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Exploring Marine Ecosystems: Ocean Zones and Habitats

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  1. KEY CONCEPT Marine ecosystems are global.

  2. intertidal zone neritic zone bathmatzone abyssalzone The ocean can be divided into zones. • Ocean zones can be determined by their distance from shoreline and water depths. • intertidal zone—between low and high tide • neritic zone—from intertidal zone to continental shelf • bathyal zone—from neritic zone to base of continental shelf • abyssal zone –lies below 2000 m

  3. The neritic zone harbors more biomass than any other zone. • Plankton make up most of the biomass. • zooplankton • phytoplankton

  4. Coastal waters contain unique habitats. • Coral reefs are found in warm waters. • tropical climate zone • great amount of biomass

  5. Kelp forests are found in cold, nutrient-rich waters. • large communities of seaweed • great amount of biomass

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