Intertidal zone

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The intertidal area (also called the littoral zone) is where the land and sea meet, between the high and low tide zones. This complex marine ecosystem is found along coastlines worldwide. It is rich in nutrients and oxygen and is home to a variety of organisms.


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http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/ocean/Intertidal.shtml

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