phytoplankton (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˌfaɪtoʊˈplæŋktən
Definition
Microscopic marine algae that drift with ocean currents and produce energy through photosynthesis.
Examples
Phytoplankton populations often bloom in the spring when nutrient levels in the water increase.
As the primary producers of the ocean, phytoplankton provide the foundation for nearly all marine life.
Satellite imagery allows scientists to track massive shifts in phytoplankton distribution across the globe.
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