Question

in which body of water would mangroves most likely be found?
red sea
north sea
baltic sea
white sea
question 8
1 pts
which of the following statements describes sargassum?
seagrasses which exist in the shallow coastal regions that are somewhat hybrid in nature because they have adapted to the high salt content of ocean water
a genus of large brown seaweed that floats in island-like masses, called beds, and is common in waters off the u.s. south atlantic coast
various kinds of trees and shrubs that grow in saline coastal sediment habitats in the tropics and subtropics
a type of phytoplankton commonly found in lobed, specular (with spikes), elliptical, and circular shapes

Explanation:

First Question (Mangroves' Habitat)

Mangroves grow in tropical/subtropical saline coastal sediments. The Red Sea has a tropical climate and suitable coastal conditions. The North, Baltic, and White Seas are cooler, unsuitable for mangroves.

Sargassum is a genus of large brown seaweed that forms floating masses (beds) and is common off the U.S. South Atlantic coast. Seagrasses are different, mangroves are trees/shrubs, and it's not phytoplankton.

Answer:

A. Red Sea

Question 8 (Sargassum Description)