Planktonic

Meaning of the word

The term “planktonic” is an adjective that refers to organisms that live in the water column of rivers, lakes and oceans, with no ability to active. These organisms are called Plancton.

Origin of the word

The word “planktonic” originates in the Greek “Planktós”, which means “wandering” or “wandering”. The suffix “-ico” indicates the characteristic or belonging to something.

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “planktonic”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “planktonic”.

Synonyms of the word

– PLANSTICAL
– Plankton

Word Definitions

– Relative to Plankton or part of the Plancton.
– who lives in the water column without active locomotion capacity.

Phrases that the word applies

– Zooplankton is an example of a planktonic organism.
– Phytoplankton is an important source of food for planktonic animals.
– Plankton is critical to the marine food chain.

Examples of the word in text

Plankton is made up of planktonic organisms such as microscopic algae and small animals, which are dragged by marine currents. These organisms play a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems, serving as the basis of the food chain and contributing to oxygen production in the atmosphere.

Rhymes with the word

– Atlantic
– Romantic
– Gigantic
– Semantic
– Symbolic

Anagrams with the word

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