Organisms And Population Question 206
Question: The organisms dwelling at the bottom of a lake are called [MP PMT 2000; AFMC 2001]
Options:
A) Phytoplanktons
B) Zooplanktons
C) Nektons
D) Benthos
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Benthonic organisms are found along the floor of the sea bed, bottom of a lake and include creeping, crawling or sessile organisms.
The benthonic region has scavengers and decomposers.