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Introduction to Algae
From Oilgae.com Oil from Algae (So whats the Oilgae story?)
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Nature gave us oil from algae; perhaps we should try Natures way again
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About Algae
Algae (singular alga) is a term that encompasses many different groups of living organisms. Algae have been traditionally regarded as simple plants, and some are closely related to the higher plants.
Forms of Algae
Algae range from small, single-celled organisms to multi-cellular organisms, some with fairly complex differentiated form. The giant kelps, also belonging to the algae species grow over 60 meters long!
The main branches/lines of algae are:
The three most prominent lines of algae are the brown algae (Chromista), the red algae, and the green algae, of which some of the most complex forms are founds among the green algae. This lineage (green algae) eventually led to the higher land plants. The point where these non-algal plants begin and algae stop is usually taken to be the presence of reproductive organs with protective cell layers, a characteristic not found in the other alga groups.
Algea are an extremely important species. For one, they produce more oxygen than all the plants in the world, put together! For another, they form an important food source for many animals such as little shrimps and huge whales. Thus, they are at the bottom of the food chain with many living things depending upon them.
With the recent research and interest into using algae for producing biodiesel, they have the potential to become even more important.
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