The Biomass of Planktonic, Unicellular Algae in Tropical Regions

question 51

Multiple Choice

The biomass of planktonic, unicellular algae in tropical regions

• A) remains nearly constant over the year.
• B) increases during the summer months.
• C) decreases during the summer months.
• D) increases during the winter months.
• E) decreases during the winter months.

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