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1

The relationship between coral and zooxanthellae is an example of:
A)mutualism
B)parasitism
C)commensalism
D)symbiosis
E)a and d
2

The relationship between roundworms and marine mammals infected by them is an example of:
A)symbiosis
B)commensalism
C)parasitism
D)mutualism
E)infectism
3

Corals require:
A)near normal salinity
B)relatively clear water
C)shallow depths
D)warm temperatures
E)all of the above
4

Which of these algae are found at the shallowest depth along rocky shores?
A)green
B)brown
C)red
D)yellow
E)none of the above
5

Seaweeds are attached to the bottom by:
A)an anchor
B)a holdfast
C)a sucker
D)cement
E)roots
6

Organisms in tide pools may have to endure:
A)colder than normal temperatures
B)higher than normal salinity
C)warmer than normal temperatures
D)lower than normal salinity
E)all of the above
7

Shipworms:
A)can secrete an enzyme that breaks down wood
B)bore shallow holes in rock
C)can pose a major threat to wooden boats
D)a and c
E)are sessile organisms
8

Reef-building corals cannot withstand temperatures below ____ °C.
A)20
B)18
C)21
D)30
E)24
9

Which of the following materials is used in medical research to grow cultures?
A)carrageenan
B)algin
C)agar
D)jellgan
E)kelp juice
10

By the turn of the century it is estimated that about ____ percent of the world fish consumption will come from mariculture.
A)20
B)15
C)10
D)25
E)30





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