algae
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Sediment runoff, algae blooms, and organic debris can sharply reduce underwater light, sometimes transforming bright coastal waters into near night.
From Science Daily
The next time you take a breath, it is worth remembering that much of that oxygen can be traced back to microscopic ocean algae.
From Science Daily
But, with retreating sea ice, there is less under-ice algae to feed the amphipods that in turn feed the whales.
From Los Angeles Times
Barry explains how the slime mould feed off bacteria, algae and types of fungi and are an important part of the ecosystem.
From BBC
Last year, scientists in the country announced they had launched successful trials spraying the soil with cyanobacteria, also known as "blue-green algae" -- a method that helps retain moisture and facilitate tree rooting.
From Barron's
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