Question

question 3 (multiple choice worth 2 points) (00 01r mc) which characteristic best explains why ponds are affected more by seasonal changes than rivers? ponds have smaller volumes of water compared to rivers. photosynthetic organisms keep lakes warmer in the summer and cooler in the winter. ponds are more susceptible to temperature because they have low dissolved oxygen. rivers have higher nutrient levels, which makes them more sensitive to temperature.

Explanation:

Smaller water - volume in ponds means they can change temperature and other characteristics more quickly with seasonal changes compared to rivers which have larger volumes and more flowing water that helps to buffer changes.

Answer:

Ponds have smaller volumes of water compared to rivers.