List 3 major factors that are thought to control phytoplankton growth in the ocean. Rank these factors in terms of importance and argue why you chose this ranking, addressing where in the ocean you think each factor would be important, and to what extent each factor can limit phytoplankton production.

List 3 major factors that are thought to control phytoplankton growth in the ocean. Rank these factors in terms of importance and argue why you chose this ranking, addressing where in the ocean you think each factor would be important, and to what extent each factor can limit phytoplankton production.

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168116

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter20: Ecosystems And The Biosphere

Section: Chapter Questions

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