Differential equations used in the numerical simulations.

Meanings of the symbols are the same as indicated in Table 1. aEquations modified to include growth based on nutrient uptake following a Michaelis-Menten-Monod function. bEquations modified to include grazing by microciliates or rotifers. cMaximum growth rate was determined at 19°C and was temperature-corrected to 20°C assuming a Q10 of 2. dHourly rates were converted to daily rates, assuming a constant growth over 24h. eT is the temperature (20°C). Differential equations used in the numerical simulations.