Yellow-green Algae (Noun)
Meaning
Any alga of the division Chrysophyta with its chlorophyll masked by yellow pigment.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The yellow-green algae found in the pond were an essential part of the aquatic ecosystem, providing food for various organisms.
- Yellow-green algae are known to thrive in freshwater environments with abundant nutrients and sunlight.
- The researchers studied the unique characteristics of yellow-green algae to better understand their role in the aquatic food chain.
- The presence of yellow-green algae in the lake was a clear indication of its nutrient-rich waters.
- Yellow-green algae are often mistaken for other types of algae due to their distinctive yellowish hue.