Question

which statement best describes how deep - sea (~100 m) producers differ from other producers? deep - sea producers have adapted to conduct respiration instead of photosynthesis due to lack of light. deep - sea producers have adapted mechanisms to conduct photosynthesis with less visible light. deep - sea producers must absorb twice as much energy due to higher productivity rates in the area. deep - sea producers must generate twice as much energy due to larger consumers nearby.

Explanation:

Deep - sea has low light. Producers there adapt to do respiration instead of photosynthesis as they lack light for the latter.

Answer:

Deep - sea producers have adapted to conduct respiration instead of photosynthesis due to lack of light.