Marine BiologyMarine Biology covers the basics of marine biology with a global approach, using examples from numerous regions and ecosystems worldwide. This introductory, one-semester text is designed for non-majors. Authors Castro and Huber have made a special effort to include solid basic science content needed in a general education course, including the fundamental principles of biology, the physical sciences, and the scientific method. This science coverage is integrated with a stimulating, up-to-date overview of marine biology. |
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... phytoplankton is the total amount of phytoplankton in the water column . Standing stock is usually determined by measuring the chlorophyll concentration . Photosynthesis CO2 + H2O + sun energy CO2 Photosynthesis H2O Organic matter + ...
... phytoplankton is the total amount of phytoplankton in the water column . Standing stock is usually determined by measuring the chlorophyll concentration . Photosynthesis CO2 + H2O + sun energy CO2 Photosynthesis H2O Organic matter + ...
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... phytoplankton - plankton that perform photosynthesis - and zooplankton . The phytoplankton , for example , include species of all size classes from the picoplankton to the megaplankton . The Phytoplankton Large producers like seaweeds ...
... phytoplankton - plankton that perform photosynthesis - and zooplankton . The phytoplankton , for example , include species of all size classes from the picoplankton to the megaplankton . The Phytoplankton Large producers like seaweeds ...
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... phytoplankton blooms , the short - term , explosive increases in the abundance of phytoplankton . Blooms of phytoplankton and par- ticularly of bottom - dwelling cyanobacteria are sometimes toxic . Organic matter in the form of the ...
... phytoplankton blooms , the short - term , explosive increases in the abundance of phytoplankton . Blooms of phytoplankton and par- ticularly of bottom - dwelling cyanobacteria are sometimes toxic . Organic matter in the form of the ...
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The Sea Floor | 19 |
The Geological Provinces of the Ocean | 33 |
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