Biochemical composition of phytoplankton is a key indicator of the physiological and nutritional status of phytoplankton. A balanced biochemical pattern represents a healthy and productive metabolism in the autotrophic levels which can facilitate proper functioning of higher level organisms. The estimation of biochemical compositions was initiated in the early 1970's. However, there has been a significant set of modifications in the extraction method and improvements in the sampling and analysis techniques since then. Similarly, the extent of biochemical measurements from various aquatic ecosystems around the globe has also increased. Recently, biochemical patterns are being used as a tool to track the changes in the physiological status of phytoplankton as a response to climate change. Such investigations are also forming part of research works on marine food webs and the nutritional status of ecosystems. This article is a brief review of research works carried out so far in an attempt to understand the biochemical compositions of phytoplankton in the global oceans and the implications with regard to changing environmental conditions.
1.Pusan Natl Univ, Coll Nat Sci, Dept Oceanog, Busan 46241, South Korea 2.KIOST, Korea Polar Res Inst, Div Polar Ocean Sci, Incheon 21990, South Korea 3.Laval Univ, Dept Biol & Quebec Ocean, Quebec City, PQ G1V 0A6, Canada 4.Univ Maryland, Ctr Environm Sci, Horn Point Lab, Cambridge, MD 21613 USA 5.KIOST, Marine Environm Res Ctr, Busan 49111, South Korea 6.Hanyang Univ, Coll Sci & Convergence Technol, Dept Marine Sci & Convergence Engn, Ansan 15588, South Korea 7.Gwangju Inst Sci & Technol, Sch Environm Sci & Engn, Gwangju 61005, South Korea
Recommended Citation:
Bhavya, P. S.,Kim, Bo Kyung,Jo, Naeun,et al. A Review on the Macromolecular Compositions of Phytoplankton and the Implications for Aquatic Biogeochemistry[J]. OCEAN SCIENCE JOURNAL,2019-01-01,54(1):1-14