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The distribution of phytoplankton is related to local and regional oceanographic features off the north-western coast of Ireland. A thermohaline front known as the Irish Shelf Front (ISF) that separates coastal and oceanic water was observed in the study area. Phytoplankton biomass levels, as indicated by chlorophyll concentrations, were higher on the coastal side of the frontal boundary. Insho ...