Planktonic
adjective
Describing organisms, especially small aquatic organisms, that drift or float in water.
Phytoplankton are planktonic organisms that form the basis of the aquatic food chain.
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planktonic organisms,planktonic algae,planktonic habitats
adjective
Describing organisms, especially small aquatic organisms, that drift or float in water.
Phytoplankton are planktonic organisms that form the basis of the aquatic food chain.
Usage tips
Neutral
planktonic organisms,planktonic algae,planktonic habitats
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Pro Tip 1/3Scientific
Used in scientific contexts to describe aquatic organisms.
Planktonic species are critical for understanding marine ecosystems.
Pro Tip 2/3Ecological
Applies to ecological discussions about food webs and marine life.
Planktonic communities contribute greatly to ocean health.
Pro Tip 3/3General
Can be used in casual discussions about water life.
Many fish rely on planktonic food sources.
Pro Tip 1/3Scientific
Used in scientific contexts to describe aquatic organisms.
Planktonic species are critical for understanding marine ecosystems.
Pro Tip 2/3Ecological
Applies to ecological discussions about food webs and marine life.
Planktonic communities contribute greatly to ocean health.
Pro Tip 3/3General
Can be used in casual discussions about water life.
Many fish rely on planktonic food sources.
Pro Tip 1/3Scientific
Used in scientific contexts to describe aquatic organisms.
Planktonic species are critical for understanding marine ecosystems.
Pro Tip 2/3Ecological
Applies to ecological discussions about food webs and marine life.
Planktonic communities contribute greatly to ocean health.
Pro Tip 3/3General
Can be used in casual discussions about water life.
Many fish rely on planktonic food sources.
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