Bacterioplankton

Bacterioplankton are microscopic microorganisms that live in the aquatic environment. They are part of the so-called "microbiota" and play an important role in the ocean ecosystem. Bacteria can be attached to plankton particles or float freely in the water. Their presence in seawater affects the biological cycle and food chain of planktotrophic organisms. In addition, bacterioplankton are important for understanding global ocean changes associated with climate change.

Bacteria are found everywhere and are able to survive in the most extreme conditions, such as high pressure, high acidity and low temperatures. Bacterial plankton play an important role in many aspects of ocean life, such as nitrogen fixation, waste management, and humus formation. However, the number of bacteria in plankton can vary depending on the type of environment, temperature and other factors.

Marine plankton contains a large number of bacteria, some of which cannot be found on land. The bacterium is the main component of the so-called “filters”, which filter water under the influence of water. This helps maintain balance in the marine ecosystem. Bacteria dominate planktonic communities over other organisms, and they play a key role in photosynthesis and nitrogen fixation. They also promote the accumulation of nutrients such as minerals, bioactive compounds and sugars. Moreover, they are used to biodegrade organic waste, an important process in the marine biological cycle.