Preface 1. What is phytoplankton? 2. Mechanisms of suspension 3. Spatial and temporal distribution of phytoplankton 4. Photosynthetic activity of phytoplankton 5. Nutrients 6. Growth and survival 7. Loss process 8. Periodicity and change in phytoplankton composition Glossary and symbols References Index to lakes and rivers Index to genera/species General index.