periphyton 1
noundomain: group
EnWordnet [ver.5.0]
Definition
Periphyton is a complex mixture of algae, cyanobacteria, heterotrophic microbes, and detritus that is attached to submerged surfaces in most aquatic ecosystems.
Examples
- 1.Periphyton communities are used in aquaculture food production systems for the removal of solid and dissolved pollutants.


