Which characteristic of coastal dynamics limits the abundance of aquatic organisms?


Consistent water depth levels

Consistent water temperatures

Varied tidal action

Varied water salinity

Verified Answer :

The answer is varied tidal action

Answer:

The correct answer is "Varied tidal action".

Explanation:

Varied tidal action refers to the presence of tides with different sizes and forces along a coast. This coastal dynamics characteristic limits the abundance of aquatic organisms because organisms must survive tidal action. Varied tidal action interferes with the adaptation of the aquatic organisms, as only a few organisms can survive this characteristic such as sea stars, sea urchins and sea cucumbers.