The concept of Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs) is intended to
A) focus attention on important terrestrial ecosystems.
B) identify abiotic aquatic resources only.
C) examine marine life, but not items such as the seafloor.
D) foster better management and sustainability of both biotic and abiotic aquatic resources.

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The concept of Large Marine Ecosystems is focused on fostering better management and sustainability of both biotic (marine life) and abiotic (seafloor, water quality) aquatic resources. It is not focused on terrestrial ecosystems and goes beyond just identifying abiotic resources.

The Concept of Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs) Is Intended to