2. Which of the following aquatic biomes is based on flowing freshwater, descending from high elevations into valleys, and is usually carrying a low density of dissolved solids? A. streams and rivers B. the coastal ocean C. inland wetlands D. the open ocean E. estuaries

2. Which of the following aquatic biomes is based on flowing freshwater, descending from high elevations into valleys, and is usually carrying a low density of dissolved solids? A. streams and rivers B. the coastal ocean C. inland wetlands D. the open ocean E. estuaries

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

15th Edition

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Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr

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Chapter46: Ecosystems

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elevations into valleys, and is usually carrying a low density of dissolved solids?
A. streams and rivers
B. the coastal ocean
C. inland wetlands
D. the open ocean
E. estuaries

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