NEET2014BiologyChapterActual
In a pond ecosystem, benthos means
Options
- APrimary consumers in the depth of a pond
- BZooplankton on the water surface
- CPeriphyton
- DEpineuston
Correct answer
A. Primary consumers in the depth of a pond
Step-by-step solution
Benthos are the organisms that are found at the nethermost of stream bodies such as streams, rivers, and lakes. In 1891, the term Benthos was coined by Haeckel. Benthos are depending on the organic matter. - The ponds and lakes are motionless or immobile freshwaters. In general, the ponds are thinner with depth less than 2 meters. - In an ecosystem of pond or lake benthos (which are also known as the bottom dwellers) comprises snails, clams, mussels, crabs, prawns, etc. - The benthos lives deep in any water resourc