Which of the following organisms are known as chief producers in the oceans ?
(1) Dinoflagellates

(2) Diatoms

(3) Cyanobacteria

(4) Euglenoids


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answer (2) Diatoms

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The correct option is(2) Diatoms

Explanation:

Diatoms are chief producers in the oceans and they contribute 40% of marine primary productivity. They constitute a major group of unicellular eukaryotic microalgae and are among the most common types of phytoplanktons.

The other given organisms also exhibit autotrophic mode of nutrition.

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