Algae-Killing Viruses Spur Nutrient Recycling in Oceans

ENN
Jul 18, 2019, 12:17 pm101 pts
Scientists have confirmed that viruses can kill marine algae called diatoms and that diatom die-offs near the ocean surface may provide nutrients and organic matter for recycling by other algae, according to a Rutgers-led study.

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