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algae

[al-jee] / ˈæl dʒi /
NOUN
rootless, leafless plants living in water
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The algae reside in the structure built by corals, and in return produce nutrients for their host by photosynthesis.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Coral's survival depends on a special relationship with a kind of algae.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

These nutrients make "harmful" blue-green algae more likely which can be dangerous to people and animals.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

In a recent study, Dai used genetic engineering to develop algae that produce limonene, a natural oil responsible for the familiar scent of oranges.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

After a few seconds, they went back to doing what they had been doing before I appeared, which was either nibbling at the algae or staring into the ponds.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel




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