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Michael Huelster
on Nov 01, 2024
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The hadal zone is that part of the benthic environment deeper than 6000 m.
Hadal Zone
The Hadal Zone refers to the deepest regions of the ocean, typically found in oceanic trenches, and ranges in depth from about 6,000 to 11,000 meters.
Benthic Environment
The ecological region at the lowest level of a body of water such as an ocean or a lake, including the sediment surface and some sub-surface layers.
- Understand the fundamental principles and terminologies associated with aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, including their zones, provinces, and distinct environmental characteristics.
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KC
Learning Objectives
- Understand the fundamental principles and terminologies associated with aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, including their zones, provinces, and distinct environmental characteristics.