Phaeocystis and its interaction with viruses
In: Biogeochemistry. Springer: Dordrecht; Lancaster; Boston. ISSN 0168-2563; e-ISSN 1573-515X, more Also appears in:Van Leeuwe, M.A.; Stefels, J.; Belviso, S.; Lancelot, C.; Verity, P.G.; Gieskes, W.W.C. (Ed.) (2007). Phaeocystis, major link in the biogeochemical cycling of climate-relevant elements. Biogeochemistry, 83(1-3). Springer: Dordrecht. ISBN 978-1-4020-6213-1. 330 pp. https://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-6214-8, more |   |
| Keywords | Microorganisms > Viruses
Population functions > Mortality
Viruses > Dna viruses > Dsdna viruses > Phycodnaviridae
Phaeocystis Lagerheim, 1893 [WoRMS]
Marine/Coastal | | Author keywords | characteristics; mortality; Phaeocystis; Phycodnaviridae; PgV; viruses |
| Authors | | Top | - Brussaard, C.P.D.
- Bratbak, G.
- Baudoux, A.-C.
- Ruardij, P.
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| 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. |
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