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Definition: Small plant and animal forms that live in water refer to the diverse variety of microscopic organisms that reside in aquatic habitats. These organisms encompass both microflora (microscopic plants) and microfauna (microscopic animals) and are typically invisible to the naked eye.

Senses:

1. Noun (Plural): Refers to the collective group of tiny plants and animals found in aquatic environments.
2. Adjective: Describes something characteristically small, pertaining to the growth or characteristics of minuscule organisms living in water.

Examples:

1. Noun:
   • The pond teems with small plant and animal forms that live in water, such as algae, protozoa, and rotifers.
   • Exploring the reef, we encountered numerous fascinating small plant and animal forms that live in water including coral polyps and sea anemones.
2. Adjective:
   • The aquarium is home to an array of small plant and animal forms that live in water, creating a captivating miniature ecosystem.
   • Under the microscope, we observed the intricate structures of various small plant and animal forms that live in water.

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