A hypoxic zone is most likely to directly kill which of the following?
A)Zooplankton
B)Oysters and crabs
C)Marine mammals such as dolphins and whales
D)Primary producers such as phytoplankton and seaweed

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Hypoxic zones, areas with low oxygen levels, directly impact organisms that cannot easily move to areas with higher oxygen levels. Oysters and crabs, being less mobile, are significantly affected as they cannot escape these conditions, leading to higher mortality rates.

A Hypoxic Zone Is Most Likely to Directly Kill Which