Question

The zone at the edge of a lake or ocean which is alternatively exposed to air and immersed in water is called

• A. Pelagic zone
• B. Benthic zone
• C. Lentic zone
• D. Littoral zone

Hint:

The \textbf{littoral zone} lies along the shore and experiences both air and water exposure.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Aquatic ecosystems are divided into different zones based on depth and distance from the shore.
Step 2: The littoral zone is the shallow region near the shore.
Step 3: This zone is periodically exposed to air due to tides or water level fluctuations and is also submerged under water.
Step 4: It supports rooted plants and a high diversity of organisms.