Heterokontophyta (Noun)
Meaning
Algae having chlorophyll a and usually c, and flagella of unequal lengths; terminology supersedes Chrysophyta in some classifications.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Heterokontophyta is a group of algae that have been the subject of much study in the field of phycology.
- The characteristics of Heterokontophyta include the presence of chlorophyll a and usually c, as well as flagella of unequal lengths.
- Some classifications have replaced the term Chrysophyta with Heterokontophyta, which is a more modern and accurate term for this group of algae.
- Researchers have found that Heterokontophyta play an important role in the aquatic ecosystems in which they are found.
- Heterokontophyta can be found in a variety of aquatic environments, including freshwater lakes and oceans.