phytoplankton
Pronunciation
/ˌfaɪtoʊˈpɫæŋtən/

Definition & Meaning of "phytoplankton"in English

Phytoplankton
01

the microscopic, photosynthetic organisms found in aquatic environments, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers, forming the base of the aquatic food chain

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
complex compound
Uncountable
Plural form
phytoplankton
Examples
Phytoplankton are crucial producers in marine ecosystems, converting sunlight into energy.
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