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Plankton communities refer to the diverse collections of plankton found in aquatic ecosystems. Plankton are small or microscopic organisms that drift or float in the water column, unable to swim effectively against currents. These communities are broadly categorized into phytoplankton and zooplankton. Phytoplankton are photosynthetic algae, forming the base of many aquatic food webs, analogous to plants on land. Zooplankton, on the other hand, are small animals or the larval stages of larger animals, and they consume phytoplankton or other zooplankton.
The composition and abundance of plankton communities are highly dynamic, influenced by factors such as nutrient
Plankton communities are essential for ecosystem health and global biogeochemical cycles. Phytoplankton play a vital role