Symbiotic algae refers to a type of algae that lives in a close and beneficial relationship with another organism, usually a plant or animal. The algae provide food and energy through photosynthesis, while the host organism offers protection and essential nutrients. This mutually beneficial partnership is called symbiosis.
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- Bleaching occurs when overly warm water leads corals to expel symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae. (sciencemag.org)
- Some of the colors of both species come from symbiotic algae that live inside the coral animal's cells. (sciencedaily.com)
- This is because these compounds may awaken dormant viruses in symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae. (wellnessmama.com)
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