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Phytoplankton Ecology
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Which of the following is a characteristic of phytoplankton?
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They are primary producers.
💡 Explanation:
Phytoplankton are microscopic algae that are responsible for a significant portion of the primary production in marine ecosystems. They use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into organic matter, which serves as the foundation of the food web.