Cyanophyceae (Noun)
Meaning
Photosynthetic bacteria found in fresh and salt water, having chlorophyll a and phycobilins; once thought to be algae: blue-green algae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Cyanophyceae are often found in shallow freshwater lakes and ponds, where they can form large mats.
- The biologist studied the unique characteristics of Cyanophyceae, which were once mistakenly classified as algae.
- Cyanophyceae are able to photosynthesize due to the presence of chlorophyll a and phycobilins in their cells.
- The discovery of Cyanophyceae in ancient fossils has provided valuable insights into the evolution of photosynthetic organisms.
- Cyanophyceae can be found in a variety of aquatic environments, including saltwater lakes, rivers, and even soil.