Oilgae - Glossary

Marine Microalgae

Marine microalgae, or phytoplankton, provide the food base which supports the entire animal population of the open sea. Most algal classes are represented in ocean populations: the best known are the diatoms (Bacillariophyta), the dinoflagellates (Dinophyta), the green algae (Chlorophyta) and the blue-green algae (Cyanophyta) - Source

Marine eukaryotic photosynthesis is dominated by a diverse group of unicellular organisms collectively called microalgae. Microalgae include cells derived from a primary endosymbiotic event (similar to land plants) and cells derived from subsequent secondary and/or tertiary endosymbiotic events. These latter cells are chimeras of several genomes and dominate primary production in the marine environment. Source

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The biotechnological aspects and fundamental characteristics of marine microalgae

Marine microalgae as a source of omega 3 fatty acids.

Genomic Insights into Marine Microalgae .

Innovations in Marine Microalgae Cultivation For Biofuels and Food Additives