GK
GENERAL SCIENCE
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coral reef
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deep ocean
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intertidal zone
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The intertidal zone acts as a nursery ground for many deep water marine species, providing both shelter and food during the vulnerable early life stages for many organisms. Intertidal species are a critical link in the marine food web and an important indicator of the overall health of the marine environment.
Detailed explanation-2: -It has four distinct physical subdivisions based on the amount of exposure each gets–the spray zone, and the high, middle, and lower intertidal zones. Each subzone has a characteristic and distinct biological community.
Detailed explanation-3: -The intertidal zone is also home to several species from different phyla (Porifera, Annelida, Coelenterata, Mollusca, Arthropoda, etc.). Water is available regularly with the tides that can vary from brackish waters, fresh with rain, to highly saline and dry salt, with drying between tidal inundations.