Chlorofucin (Noun)
Meaning
The chlorophyll present in brown algae, diatoms, and flagellates.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chlorofucin has been identified in certain species of brown algae which are capable of photosynthesis.
- The compound chlorofucin seems to play a significant role in the light harvesting process of several diatoms.
- Brown algae obtains its distinct coloration from the presence of chlorofucin mixed with other pigments.
- Chlorofucin was recently isolated in flagellates which utilize it to facilitate photosynthetic activities.
- Scientists discovered a unique relationship between the amounts of chlorofucin and chlorophyll in some types of brown algae.