If an organism is described as 'benthic," where does it reside?
A)At the bottom of the ocean or a lake
B)In a cave
C)At the bottom of a lake only
D)At the bottom of the ocean only

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Benthic organisms reside at the bottom of the ocean or a lake, therefore, option A is the correct choice. Option B, in a cave, is not specific enough and could refer to any type of organism. Option C, at the bottom of a lake only, is too restrictive as benthic organisms can also be found in the ocean. Option D is also too restrictive as benthic organisms can be found in both the ocean and lakes.

If an Organism Is Described as 'Benthic," Where Does It