How do you measure Biovolume?

Algal biovolume is estimated by collecting cell or colony measurements from a representative number of algae, then the biovolume is estimated using a similar geometric shape.

What is a Biovolume?

Noun. biovolume (plural biovolumes) The volume of cells in a unit amount of water (normally quoted in cubic millimetres per litre). (ecology) A surrogate for biomass, used in ecological studies of invertebrates (normally quoted in cubic millimetres).

What is phytoplankton Biovolume?

The biovolume of marine phytoplankton cells is import- ant to the study of phytoplankton ecology. The related parameters, such as cell size and conversion of carbon content from biovolume, and physiology functions are also important for marine ecosystem studies (Malone, 1980; Sournia, 1981; Chisholm, 1992).

How are cell biovolume and surface area calculated?

A set of geometric models is suggested for calculating cell biovolume and surface area for 284 phytoplankton genera in China Sea waters. Thirty-one geometric shapes have been assigned to estimate the biovolume and surface area of phytoplankton cells. Reductions of error and microscopic effort are also discussed.

How is the biovolume of a microalgae calculated?

Learn more. Microalgal biovolume is commonly calculated to assess the relative abundance (as biomass or carbon) of co‐occurring algae varying in shape and/or size.

How many geometric shapes are used to calculate biovolume?

Thirty-one geometric shapes have been assigned to estimate the biovolume and surface area of phytoplankton cells. Reductions of error and microscopic effort are also discussed. The model has been verified by its application in the China Seas regions.

How are phytoplankton biovolume measured and calculated?

Phytoplankton biovolume can be measured or calculated through the calculation of similar geometric models. A set of geometric models is suggested for We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website.By continuing to use our website, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Find out more