The layer of open water in a lake where light penetrates and where most of the photosynthesis in a lake takes place is the:

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The layer of open water in a lake where light can penetrate is known as the photic zone or the limnetic zone. This is where most of the photosynthesis in a lake takes place. The littoral zone is the shallow area near the shore where plants can grow. The profundal zone is the deep, dark area of a lake where light cannot penetrate. The benthic zone is the bottom of the lake. The pelagic zone is the open water area of a lake or ocean that is not close to the bottom or shore.

The Layer of Open Water in a Lake Where Light