types of plankton

Types of plankton refer to the diverse array of microscopic organisms floating or drifting in water bodies, which can be broadly categorized as either phytoplankton or zooplankton based on their nutritional mode. Phytoplankton are tiny plant-like organisms that perform photosynthesis, while zooplankton encompasses various small, animal-like organisms that feed on other plankton or organic matter.

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