Calcareous algae and cyanobacteria |
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| Authors: | Michael C Leaf Jessica S A Gay Matthew J Newbould Owen R Hewitt Steven L Rogers |
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| Institution: | School of Geography, Geology and the Environment, William Smith Building, Keele University, Keele, Staffs, ST5 5BG UK |
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| 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. |
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