A new organism is discovered in the rocky intertidal zone. The rocky intertidal ecosystem is a world of extremes – a marine zone that sits at the meeting place of crashing ocean waves and rocky shorelines. It can take the form of exposed rocky cliffs, boulder rubble, wave-pounded rocky shelves, and sheltered rocky shores. Organisms living in this ecosystem are faced with extreme levels of disturbance inherent in this environment, including submersion, exposure to air, and being pounded by surf. Which of the following adaptations helps this organism to survive in this particular ocean zone with crashing waves and rocky shorelines? (AKS 6F) A. It gets energy from chemicals in thermal vents. B. It camouflages well to hide from large predators. C. It has a slimy body and glows. D. It has a hard shell and can cling to surfaces.