Question

why hypoxic condition are normally seen during the warmer months and initially occur in the benthic zone of the bay?

Answer 1

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"Dead zone" is a more common term for hypoxia, which refers to a reduced level of oxygen in the water. ... Less oxygen dissolved in the water is often referred to as a “dead zone” because most marine life either dies, or, if they are mobile such as fish, leave the area

Answer 2

Because most nutrients are found in that zone