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IB ESS HL 4.3.1 Aquatic Primary Producers Question Bank

Explain the role of phytoplankton, algae and aquatic plants as primary producers.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the aquatic-system process or pollution indicator
  • apply the relevant conservation, quality or management model
  • evaluate ecological and human trade-offs from evidence

4.3.1—Aquatic primary producers question 1

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Integrated aquaculture system

Figure:Integrated aquaculture system

the integrated-aquaculture diagram shown above represents a system of aquaculture with four groups of harvestable species.

Identify one producer in the system illustrated in the integrated-aquaculture diagram shown above.

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