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Journal of the Marine Biological Association of India

Volume 24 Issue 1&2

Growth kinetics and photosynthetic characteristics of a Chrysophycean and a Haptophycean Flagellate.

Ammini Joseph and P. V. Ramachandran Nair
Abstract

The growth kinetics of two nanoplankton flagellates newly isolated from the Cochin area have been described. The parameters measured are the rate of cell doubling, chlorophyll and carotenoids, C14 uptake and oxygen exchange. The typical growth curve of the species extends through the exponential growth phase (2nd to 4th day of inoculation), then gradually declines and continues to be stationary for two weeks before decline sets in.

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Date : 30-12-1982