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Marine Bio Notes Tst
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Algae are | eukaryotic, simple, photosynthetic organisms |
| Algae DO NOT possess | true leaves, stems or flowers |
| Algae have | animal like characteristics which allow them to swim |
| Algae belong to what kingdom | protists |
| Diatoms | unicellular microalgae with cell walls made up of silca |
| There are about ____ marine species, many of which are ______. | 6,000 - planktonic |
| diatoms are the most _____ ______ | productive phytoplankton |
| Dinoflagellates are ____, ______ organisms | planktonic, unicellular |
| Dinoflagellates are small enough to be considered _________. | microplankton |
| Dinoflagellates are the ____ most productive _____ producers. | second - primary |