Document of bibliographic reference 119969

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Bibliographic resource

Type of document

Journal article

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AS

Title

Phaeocystis and its interaction with viruses

Abstract

Over the years, viruses have been shown to be mortality agents for a wide range of phytoplankton species, including species within the genus Phaeocystis (Prymnesiophyceae). With its polymorphic life cycle, its worldwide distribution, and the capacity of several of the Phaeocystis species to form dense blooms, this genus is a key player for our understanding of biogeochemical cycling of elements. This paper provides an overview of what is know to date about the ecological role of viruses in regulating Phaeocystis population dynamics. It explores which variables affect the algal host-virus interactions, and examines the impact of virally induced cell lysis of Phaeocystis on the function and structure of the pelagic food web as well as on the flow of organic carbon and nutrients.

WebOfScience code

https://www.webofscience.com/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:000246561700015

Bibliographic citation

Brussaard, C.P.D.; Bratbak, G.; Baudoux, A.-C.; Ruardij, P. (2007). Phaeocystis and its interaction with viruses. Biogeochemistry 83(1-3): 201-215. https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10533-007-9096-0

Topic

Marine

Is peer reviewed

true

Access rights

open access

Is accessible for free

true