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rjkz [21]
2 years ago
10

Phytoplankton are primary producers that live just below the ocean's surface. Why are phytoplankton important for the global env

ironment?
A) Phytoplankton lower the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide by absorbing carbon dioxide.

B) Phytoplankton increase the acidity of ocean water by absorbing carbon dioxide.

C) Phytoplankton reduce the effects of fossil fuel use by using sulfur oxides.

D) Phytoplankton provide a protein source for animals by converting nitrogen to nitrogen oxides.
Biology
2 answers:
kati45 [8]2 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Phytoplankton lowers the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide by absorbing carbon dioxide.

Explanation:

The oceans influence the climate by absorbing and storing carbon dioxide. Plankton influence the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and the sea.

umka2103 [35]2 years ago
4 0
A because oxygen is required for fish and other aquatic organisms, a decrease in photosynthesis productivity is detrimental to aquatic populations
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