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Discover the amazingly diverse world of algae. These species come in all shapes and sizes, and are one of the most important groups of organisms on our planet.Key facts
- Algae produce more oxygen than all the plants in the world combined.
- Algae are found worldwide in oceans and fresh water.
- They are a vital food source.
- They can be used to assess water quality and environmental change.
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There is something wonderful about algae. They produce more oxygen than all the plants in the world combined.
They also form an important food source for many animals from jellyfish to marine mammals.
Aquatic plant-like organisms, algae are distributed worldwide in oceans and fresh water.
However, unlike plants, they do not possess true …
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