Consider the following 1 Estuaries show a complete salinity range i e 0 35 ppt 2 Estuaries have...........

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Consider the following

1.Estuaries show a complete salinity range i.e. 0-35 ppt.

2.Estuaries have very little wave action, providing calm refuge from the open sea.

3.Estuaries are devoid of any free connection with open seas.

4.Estuaries are most heavily populated areas throughout the world.

How many of the following statements describe an estuarine ecosystem?

Only One

Only Two

Only Three

All Four

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Explanation:

OnlyStatement 3 is incorrect : Estuaries are semi enclosed coastal body therefore, connection with sea is inevitable. It has a range of salinity extending from 0-35 ppt. It provides refuge from open sea as the area is there is minimal or no tidal action. Estuaries are the most populated regions of the world. Therefore, only statement C is incorrect.