Photosynthesis of phytoplankton in the southern marine regions of Vietnam from MODIS data

Abstract

Photosynthesis of phytoplankton in marine region was contributed by light intensive profiles, biomass of phytoplankton as well as response of phytoplankton with light intensive. Based on data from MODIS images, marine primary production in the southern marine regions of Vietnam was estimated. The results provided the data series of primary production in the study regions. Distribution of primary production was impacted by upwelling phenomenon, suspended sediment from Mekong river and nutrients supporting from human activities. The primary production data could be a potential application for fisheries in Vietnamese marine regions.