green algae
green algae
Definition
green algae
any of a division (Chlorophycota) of photosynthetic thallophytes in which the chlorophyll is not obscured by other pigments: a type of algae
green algae
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- include: High levels of phosphates and/or nitrates can cause algae blooms ( including blue green algae, some of which are toxic ).
- conjugate: Spirogyra and related algae like the Desmids are conjugating green algae.
- use: NREL researcher Maria Ghirardi works on a novel way to use green algae to produce hydrogen directly from water and sunlight.
- eat: Freshwater flounders will also eat some green algae as well.
- contain: Most lichens that contain green algae can recover from drought by absorbing water from humid air and then begin to photosynthesise.
- have: Click here if you can help 01/07/2004 Algae From: Debbie, UK H ow can I stop my water fountain having green algae.
Adjective modifier
- blue: Blue green algae produced the oxygen in our atmosphere allowing all higher life forms to evolve.
- wild: The radio guest claimed that wild blue green algae totally transformed his life to one of optimum health, well being and vitality.
- filamentous: Filamentous green algae are however widespread on the clay.
- unicellular: The green plants ( including both multicellular and unicellular green algae ) and the red algae.
- ephemeral: Localized freshwater influence often results in the growth of ephemeral green algae on the shore.
- prolific: Prolific green algae that capture carbon dioxide to make biodiesel.
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