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Plankton

Verb / ˈplæŋktʌn / Another word for plankton — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Plankton are tiny organisms that float in the water and are eaten by larger creatures.

Synonyms & similar words

microorganisms phytoplankton zooplankton krill copepods algae diatoms dinoflagellates foraminifera radiolarians silicoflagellates ciliates rotifers tunicates larvae shrimp crustaceans

Example sentences

  1. Plankton is an important food source for many ocean animals.
  2. Some types of plankton are too small to be seen with the naked eye.
  3. The ocean is filled with different types of plankton.
  4. Plankton can be found in both freshwater and saltwater.
  5. Scientists study plankton to learn more about the ocean ecosystem.

Quotes

  • The plankton of the sea are the basis of everything, of the food chain.
  • The plankton, all drifting together, and every creature dependent on the one below, above, and beside.
  • The plankton, they say, contain the world's wisdom.

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