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benthic

UK
/ˈbɛnθɪk/
US
/ˈbɛnθɪk/

Translations

benthicadjective
more benthic
Comp.
most benthic
Super.
UK
/ˈbɛnθɪk/
US
/ˈbɛnθɪk/
The benthic organisms play a crucial role in the aquatic ecosystem.
Бентосные организмы играют важную роль в водной экосистеме.
Synonyms
bottom-dwelling
seabed
ocean floor
submarine
marine

Definitions

benthicadjective
Relating to or occurring at the bottom of a body of water, such as an ocean, lake, or river.
The benthic organisms play a crucial role in the aquatic ecosystem by recycling nutrients.
(of an organism) living on, in, or near the seabed or the bottom of a freshwater body
Benthic fish such as flounders spend most of their lives lying on the ocean floor.
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