Definitions
- Describing the open water zone of a freshwater lake or pond. - Referring to the area of a body of water where sunlight can penetrate and support photosynthesis. - Talking about the habitat of fish that swim in the open water of a freshwater ecosystem.
- Describing the open ocean zone beyond the continental shelf. - Referring to the area of a body of water that is not near the shore or bottom. - Talking about the habitat of marine animals that live in the open ocean.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe open water zones in aquatic ecosystems.
- 2Both words refer to areas of a body of water that are not near the shore or bottom.
- 3Both words are used to describe the habitat of aquatic animals.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Limnetic refers to freshwater ecosystems, while pelagic refers to saltwater ecosystems.
- 2Depth: Limnetic refers to the upper layer of a freshwater ecosystem, while pelagic refers to the open ocean beyond the continental shelf.
- 3Size: Limnetic describes a smaller area than pelagic.
- 4Light: Limnetic receives more light than pelagic due to its proximity to the surface of the water.
- 5Temperature: Limnetic tends to have a more stable temperature than pelagic due to its smaller size and shallower depth.
Remember this!
Limnetic and pelagic are both words used to describe open water zones in aquatic ecosystems. However, limnetic refers specifically to the open water zone of freshwater lakes and ponds, while pelagic refers to the open ocean beyond the continental shelf. Additionally, limnetic is shallower and receives more light than pelagic, which is deeper and has a more stable temperature.
