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Mesh size — AQA GCSE Biology Definition | GradeGen

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GCSE Biology · key term

Mesh size

Definition

The openings between the strands of a fishing net, whose dimensions affect which organisms are retained or can escape.

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AQA GCSE Biology · 8461

Specification 4.7.5.3 · Paper 2

Revise: Sustainable Fisheries

AQA Biology past papers

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By-catch
Fish stock
Fishing quota
Overfishing
Sustainable fishing

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