Drift nets are huge nets that fishing boats use to catch fish. Drift nets can be several kilometers long and catch many more fish than do smaller, more traditional nets. How does the widespread use of drift nets affect the ocean ecosystem? O A. It increases the populations of marine mammals that feed on fish. OB. It increases the biodiversity of the ocean. Oc. It reduces populations of fish and other marine organisms. D. It reduces pollution in the ocean.

Drift nets are huge nets that fishing boats use to catch fish. Drift nets can be several kilometers long and catch many more fish than do smaller, more traditional nets. How does the widespread use of drift nets affect the ocean ecosystem? O A. It increases the populations of marine mammals that feed on fish. OB. It increases the biodiversity of the ocean. Oc. It reduces populations of fish and other marine organisms. D. It reduces pollution in the ocean.

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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ISBN:9781305967359

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Chapter44: Human Effects On The Biosphere

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