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benthic zone

Definition:
The habitat at the bottom of a body of water, such as the sea floor or a lake bottom.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
  • benthic environment
  • benthic region
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/68
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