INTRODUCTION By J. Lenz

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Contents 1.1 Introduction 1.2 General definitions 1.3 Size classification 1.4 Main systematic groups 1.5 Species diversity 1.6 Ecological position 1.7 Distribution pattern 1.8 Growth and metabolism 1.9 Reproduction and development 1.10 Standing stock and production 1.11 Conclusions 1.12 References Top of the Document Questions Top of the Document Comments and corrections Top of the Document New Protocols Top of the Document