Terms for the Oceanographer4 pg 69 Flashcards
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Benthic
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an animal that lives on the sea floor
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Bacteria
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organisms that break down animal wastes and decayed material
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Break down
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To change from one thing to another
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decomposer
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organisms that eat decayed animals and plants
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detritus
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includes animal wastes and decayed animals and plants
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recycle
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the reuse of wastes
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scavengers
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types of animals that feed on dead animals and plants
