Which zone of the ocean is characterized by tube worms, clams, brittle stars, and sea urchins?

A) epipelagic
B) mesopelagic
C) bathypelagic
D) benthic
E) littoral

Brittle Stars

Echinoderms characterized by their long, slender arms, which are distinct from the central disk.

Tube Worms

Marine invertebrates belonging to several different families, known for living in protective tubes they construct, which can be found in various ocean environments including hydrothermal vents.

Benthic Zone

The lowest ecological zone in a body of water, including the sediment surface and sub-surface layers.