ISSN:
1432-1416
Keywords:
Phytoplankton
;
Blooms
;
Viral disease
;
Trophic dynamics
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Mathematics
Notes:
Abstract The recurrent pattern of some phytoplankton species can vary considerably from year to year. Recent experimental work suggests that the contamination of algal cells by viruses can serve as a regulatory mechanism in bloom dynamics. A simple trophic model is proposed that includes virus-induced mortality, and it mimics the actual bloom patterns of several species. The model results are compared to actual data by a combination of nonlinear forecasting techniques.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00168802
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