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Which of the following is NOT a basic type of plant found in an estuary, according to the notes?

APhytoplankton

BMarginal marsh vegetation

CMud-flat algae

DKelp forests

Answer:

D. Kelp forests

Read Explanation:

  • The plants of the estuary are of four basic types

  • Phytoplankton (Because of the turbidity in water, phytoplankton are normally uncommon)

  • Marginal marsh vegetation

  • Mud-flat algae

  • Epiphytic plants growing on the marginal marsh vegetation


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