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Low return of nutrients in the pelagic zone results in relatively low primary production in the open ocean when compared to freshwater lake systems.
Natural Killer Cells
A type of lymphocyte (white blood cell) and a component of innate immune system, involved in the early defense against viruses and tumors by directly attacking cells that have been infected or transformed.
Perforins
Proteins produced by certain immune cells that create pores in the membrane of target cells, leading to cell death.
Cellular Agents
Particles or molecules, often used in a medical or scientific context, that interact with cellular structures to effect change or perform specific functions.
Inflammation
A biological response to harmful stimuli, marked by redness, swelling, pain, and sometimes loss of function.
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