Chrysophyte Aggregation (Biotic Group)

Component: Biotic

Unique Identifier: 468

Biotic Setting	Planktonic Biota
Biotic Class	Phytoplankton
Biotic Subclass	Chrysophyte Phytoplankton
Biotic Group	Chrysophyte Aggregation
Biotic Community	Apindella Aggregation

Description

Definition

Waters dominated by chrysophytes; these cells can aggregate via mucus excretions that bind single cells into colonies, often combined with mineral particles and bacterial communities. Chrysophytes occur in coastal waters where nutrients and light are sufficient.