A region of the ocean is characterized by ecosystems such as coral reefs and seagrass beds, which remain submerged and contain organisms that attach to the bottom and undergo photosynthesis.This region would be found in the zone called the
A) photic zone.
B) ocean zone.
C) benthic zone.
D) abyssal plain.
E) intertidal zone.

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The photic zone is the upper layer of the ocean where sunlight penetrates, allowing photosynthesis to occur, supporting ecosystems like coral reefs and seagrass beds.

A Region of the Ocean Is Characterized by Ecosystems Such