What is another word for photic zone?
Pronunciation: [fˈɒtɪk zˈə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
The photic zone is the uppermost layer of the ocean or any other body of water where sunlight can penetrate, providing enough light for photosynthesis to occur. However, the photic zone has several synonyms that describe it based on different perspectives. For instance, it can be called the euphotic zone, which refers to the layer of water where the intensity of light is sufficient to support photosynthesis. It can also be referred to as the sunlit zone, shallow water, and surface zone. The upper layer of the ocean that receives enough sunlight is also commonly known as the aqueous layer, while the layer adjacent to the photic zone is known as the aphotic zone where no light can penetrate.
