Examine the figure below.Phytoplankton live in the ________.
A) photic zone and aphotic zone
B) aphotic zone
C) benthic realm
D) photic zone

Question

Examine the figure below.Phytoplankton live in the ________. 
A) photic zone and aphotic zone 
B) aphotic zone 
C) benthic realm 
D) photic zone

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Phytoplankton are photosynthetic organisms that require sunlight to produce their own food. Therefore, they live in the photic zone, which is the top layer of the ocean where sunlight can penetrate and support photosynthesis.

Examine the Figure Below