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Benthos refers to the organisms that live on or near the bottom of bodies of water, including oceans, lakes, and rivers. These bottom-dwelling communities are important because they play a crucial role in nutrient cycling and serve as a food source for other aquatic organisms.
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Category:Marine organisms Category:Ecology terminology Category:Oceanographical terminology