L03 - Planktons and their Roles

Question 1

What are Planktons?

Answer 1

Plants and animals that live in the water and cannot swim against major
currents.

1. Plant-like Plankton = Phytoplankton
2. Animal-like Plankton = Zooplankton

Question 2

Why are phytoplanktons important?

Answer 2

1. Bottom (base) of the food chain.
2. Absorb sun energy and creates food for the rest of marine life
3. Engaged in photosynthesis that absorbs CO2 and releases O2