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ARLKQ · **on:** Aug 22, 2018

Approximately 55 of the sunlight energy absorbed by diatoms is converted into energy for
carbohydrate chemical bonds. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Picoplankton number 100 million individuals in a liter of seawater at all depths in the ocean. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

essyface1 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
This is one of the most efficient energy rates known. Information can be found in the section Most
Phytoplankton are Photosynthetic Autotrophs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Picoplankton have a size range of 0.2 to 2 micrometers. They are also found at all latitudes.
Information can be found in the section Most Phytoplankton are Photosynthetic Autotrophs.