In an aqueous environment, microscopic animals and plants are collectively known as
A
Herbivores
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B
Fauna and flora
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C
Planktons
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D
Symbionts
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Solution
The correct option is C Planktons Planktons are the small or microscopic organisms that drift or swim weakly in a body of water, including bacteria, diatoms, jellyfish and various larvae. Plankton is an important food source for fish and other larger organisms. They cannot swim against a current.