Genus Chlorococcum (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of Chlorococcales; unicellular green algae occurring singly or in a layer on soil or damp rock.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Chlorococcum is a genus of green algae that is commonly found in damp environments.
- The genus Chlorococcum is the type genus of the order Chlorococcales, which includes various species of unicellular green algae.
- Chlorococcum species are typically found occurring singly or in a layer on soil or damp rock.
- The genus Chlorococcum is characterized by its unicellular structure and green coloration, which is typical of green algae.
- In the classification of green algae, the genus Chlorococcum plays a significant role as the type genus of the order Chlorococcales.