Which Lake Zone Would Be Absent in a Very Shallow

Question

Which lake zone would be absent in a very shallow lake?
A) benthic zone
B) aphotic zone
C) pelagic zone
D) littoral zone
E) limnetic zone

Accepted Answer

The aphotic zone is absent in a very shallow lake because this zone is characterized by a lack of sunlight, which is not applicable in shallow lakes where sunlight can penetrate to the bottom.