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= Marine primary production
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Marine primary production refers to the process by which marine organisms, primarily phytoplankton, synthesize organic compounds from carbon dioxide using sunlight in a process called photosynthesis. This process is crucial for the marine ecosystem as it forms the base of the food web, supporting a wide range of marine life, from tiny zooplankton to large marine mammals.