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Phytoplankton refers to a broad category of organisms. Many belong to the kingdom Protista, and some belong to the kingdom Monera. They are all microscopic organisms that are capable of undergoing photosynthesis.
Phytoplankton, or phytoplankton-like organisms are believed to be responsible for the Earth's first mass extinction, as their waste product, oxygen was suddenly released into the early atmosphere, which acted as a poison to early organisms that was used to the abundant sulfur in the atmosphere.
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∙ 15y agoPhytoplankton are made up of unicellular types of algae, and are therefore all photosynthetic members of the planktonic community.
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Are photosynthetic autotrophs chlorophyllous?
Not necessarily. Phytoplanktons are photoautotrophs but they do not contain chlorophyll
Do phytoplanktons decompose?
Yes, phytoplankton are able to decompose. They cannot do it alone, as they need bacteria to do it for them.
List five effects that UV radiation could have on plants or animals as a result of ozone thinning?
The five effects are: Global warming eye cataract suppression of immune system Skin cancer Death of phytoplanktons.
What do zooplankton eat?
Zooplankton eat phytoplankton, other zooplankton, and decomposing matter. "Zooplankton" refers to small aquatic animals. The "zoo-" prefix refers to animals, as in zoology, and zoo (which is short for "zoological garden".
What is a phytoplankton?
the phytoplanktons niche is to feed the other animals in the ocean. if the phytoplankton didnt exist the plankton, bivavles and barnacles would die. then the ghost crabs octopuses, and mulberry whelks would die.
What microorganisms are capable of photosynthesis and found in aquatic ecosystems?
Phytoplanktons
Why do phytoplanktons have projections?
To keep from sinking and to capture more light
Are photosynthetic autotrophs chlorophyllous?
Not necessarily. Phytoplanktons are photoautotrophs but they do not contain chlorophyll
What is a phytoplanktons niche?
the phytoplanktons niche is to feed the other animals in the ocean. if the phytoplankton didnt exist the plankton, bivavles and barnacles would die. then the ghost crabs octopuses, and mulberry whelks would die.
Are phytoplanktons autotrophs?
Well phyto means light, so the obvious answer is yes.
Do planktons in the ocean perform photosynthesis?
Yes.Only phytoplanktons are photosynthetic. Zooplanktons are animal like
Do phytoplanktons decompose?
Yes, phytoplankton are able to decompose. They cannot do it alone, as they need bacteria to do it for them.
Why is it importance to study the plankton communities in aquatic ecosystem?
because it is the photosynthesis method in water and it is called phytoplanktons
What is phytoplanktons predator?
Zooplankton are heterotrophic, meaning they are not able to make their own food, therefore they are predators.
What animals do plankton eat?
Planktons don't eat animals. Phytoplanktons undergo photosynthesis, but zooplanton eat other plankton
Are unicellular plant found floating in ocean?
Yes. Of course. Unicellular plants are found floating on oceans. They are called phytoplanktons.
What fish does salmon fish eats?
I don't know what fish they eat but they eat zooplanktons and phytoplanktons, oh! for fish they eat minnows
