Coastal wetlands are characterized by:
A)high levels of inorganic matter in the tidal zone and oxygen-rich muds
B)high levels of organic matter in the tidal zone and anoxic muds.
C)high levels of organic matter in the tidal zone and oxygen-rich muds.
D)high levels of inorganic matter in the tidal zone and anoxic muds.
E)low levels of organic matter in the tidal zone and oxygen-rich muds.

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Coastal wetlands are characterized by high levels of organic matter in the tidal zone due to the accumulation of dead plant material. The lower levels of the mud are anoxic, meaning they lack oxygen, which creates conditions suitable for anaerobic decomposition of organic matter. This often results in the production of foul-smelling gases, such as hydrogen sulfide.

Coastal Wetlands Are Characterized By