From the aquatic systems below,where are heterotrophic Bacteria the MOST abundant?
A) coastal waters
B) deep sea
C) Sargasso Sea
D) open ocean

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Heterotrophic bacteria are most abundant in coastal waters and estuaries due to the high levels of organic matter from river inflows and other inputs. The other options may have lower levels of organic matter or be too inhospitable for bacterial growth, such as the deep sea.

From the Aquatic Systems Below,where Are Heterotrophic Bacteria the MOST