The ________ zone is the near-surface zone of the ocean where light is strong enough for photosynthesis to occur.

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The euphotic zone is the top layer of the ocean where sunlight can penetrate and supports photosynthesis. This zone typically extends from the surface to a depth of around 200 meters (656 feet). The other options, photic and synphotic, are not as commonly used terms, and aphotic refers to the deeper, darker parts of the ocean where photosynthesis cannot occur.

The ________ Zone Is the Near-Surface Zone of the Ocean