benthic (Meaning)

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benthic (a)

of or relating to or happening on the bottom under a body of water

The benthic zone of the ocean is home to a diverse array of marine life.
Benthic organisms, such as seastars and clams, often attach themselves to the ocean floor.
The benthic jellyfish, Atolla wyvillei, drifts through the water column near the seafloor.
The study of benthic ecosystems is known as benthology.
Benthic pollution can harm marine organisms and disrupt their habitats.
Benthic bacteria play a crucial role in nutrient cycling in the ocean.
The benthic environment is constantly changing due to factors such as currents, temperature, and sediment composition.
Benthic organisms have evolved various adaptations to survive in the harsh conditions of the ocean floor.
The benthic zone is a vast and unexplored region of the ocean, holding many mysteries.
Conservation efforts aim to protect benthic communities and their fragile habitats.

of or relating to or happening on the bottom under a body of water

pelagic, deep-sea, oceanographic, marine, deepwater, oceanographical, undersea,oceanic, saltwater, hydrographic

No antonyms found.

The benthic zone of the ocean is home to a diverse array of marine life.

Benthic organisms, such as seastars and clams, often attach themselves to the ocean floor.

The benthic jellyfish, Atolla wyvillei, drifts through the water column near the seafloor.

The study of benthic ecosystems is known as benthology.