Symbiotic Algae Including Lichens, Coral Reefs, And Sea Sponges

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Algae are a large and diverse group of simple, typically autotrophic organisms, ranging from unicellular to multicellula... Read more

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online.

Algae are a large and diverse group of simple, typically autotrophic organisms, ranging from unicellular to multicellular forms, such as the giant kelps that grow to 65 meters in length. Some species of algae form symbiotic relationships with other organisms. In these symbioses, the algae supply photosynthates (organic substances) to the host organism providing protection to the algal cells. The host organism derives some or all of its energy requirements from the algae. This book studies symbiotic algae including lichenology, coral bleaching, demosponge, and mesohyl.

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