Hot vents, while having a very distinctive trophic environment,
A) Consist of localized patches of very low diversity, usually less than 20 species
B) Have not been assayed for biodiversity
C) Comprise the most diverse of all marine environments, including coral reefs
D) Consist of several hundred specialized species

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Hot vents, or hydrothermal vents, are known for their unique ecosystems that consist of several hundred specialized species adapted to the extreme conditions found there. These environments are characterized by high temperatures and the presence of chemicals that are toxic to most life forms, yet they support a diverse community of organisms that have evolved to exploit these conditions.

Hot Vents, While Having a Very Distinctive Trophic Environment