Which marine zone would have the lowest rates of primary productivity (photosynthesis)?
A) pelagic
B) aphotic
C) neritic
D) continental shelf
E) intertidal

Name: Which marine zone would have the lowest rates of primary productivity (photosynthesis)? A) pelagic B) aphotic C) neritic D) continental shelf E) intertidal
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The aphotic zone is the part of the ocean where sunlight cannot penetrate, and therefore, photosynthesis cannot occur. This means that primary productivity is very low in this zone.

Which Marine Zone Would Have the Lowest Rates of Primary