Light- minimum of 1% of full sunlight for growth, therefore are restricted to the upper 200m where photosynthesis occurs.
water temperature
Supply of nutrients - nitrate, nitrogen and phosphorus are usually the most limiting
Zooplankton can limit the phytoplankton productivity. The grazers can decrease the population by 75 percent. Other limits include light, nutrients, circulation and temperature.
Oxygen is produced in photosynthesis by phytoplankton. High phytoplankton growth reflects high rate of photosyntesis which will reduce dissolved CO2 and enhance dissolved O2 in the water.
Zooplankton can control the growth of phytoplankton by grazing on them, reducing their population. This grazing pressure can influence the size and composition of phytoplankton communities. By consuming phytoplankton, zooplankton can also regulate nutrient cycling and ecosystem productivity in aquatic environments.
The Limits to Growth was created in 2004.
The Limits to Growth has 205 pages.
Three main factors that affect the growth of phytoplankton are nutrient availability (such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and silica), light availability for photosynthesis, and water temperature. These factors influence the rate at which phytoplankton can photosynthesize and reproduce, ultimately impacting their growth and abundance in aquatic ecosystems.
The ISBN of The Limits to Growth is 0-87663-165-0.
A factor that limits the growth of a population.
Peter Flora has written: 'Growth to Limits' 'Growth to Limits the Western European Welfare States Since World War Ii. Appendix (Growth to Limits)' 'Growth to Limits: The Western European Welfare States Since World War II'
In the spring season, increased sunlight and warmer temperatures lead to the growth of phytoplankton. This increase in phytoplankton can then support the growth of zooplankton, which feed on the phytoplankton. Overall, the spring season can enhance plankton productivity and contribute to the overall marine food chain.
G. E. Fogg has written: 'The Growth of Plants' 'The growth of plants' -- subject(s): Growth (Plants) 'Algal cultures and phytoplankton ecology' -- subject(s): Cultures and culture media, Ecology, Phytoplankton, Algae 'A history of Antarctic science' -- subject(s): Scientific expeditions, Discovery and exploration
Phytoplankton acquire energy through photosynthesis, a process where they use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugars for energy. This allows them to survive and grow in aquatic environments.