Calcareous algae and cyanobacteria
Michael C. Leaf, Jessica S. A. Gay, Matthew J. Newbould, Owen R. Hewitt, Steven Rogers
Abstract
Algae is an informal term used to describe a broad group of simple organisms from the plant kingdom. The organisms included within this grouping are aquatic photosynthetic biota with an extensive range of life habits and forms. These organisms range from micron‐sized unicellular forms to giant seaweeds and kelps, which can grow to several metres long. Both benthic and planktonic modes of life are known and display a wide variety of life cycles.
Topics & Concepts
AlgaeBiotaPlanktonCyanobacteriaBenthic zoneCalcareousRange (aeronautics)EcologyPhotosynthesisGreen algaeBotanyGeologyBiologyPaleontologyComposite materialMaterials scienceBacteriaAlgal biology and biofuel productionDiatoms and Algae ResearchMarine and coastal plant biology