The Lives of Seaweeds. (cover story)

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  • Author(s): Phillips, Julie A. (AUTHOR)
  • Source:
    Natural History. Dec2023/Jan2024, Vol. 132 Issue 1, p16-23. 8p. 7 Color Photographs, 1 Black and White Photograph.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      CARBON cycle; GIANT kelp; CARBON sequestration; ALGAL blooms; ECOSYSTEM health; MACROCYSTIS; MARINE algae
    • Abstract:
      This article provides an overview of seaweeds and pondweeds, which are macroscopic marine algae found in various aquatic environments. The algae are classified into five different evolutionary lineages based on their dominant pigment. The article explores the diversity in form and size of these algae, ranging from small filaments to giant kelps. It also discusses the classification and evolutionary history of algae, as well as their ecological importance in global cycles and carbon sequestration. The author, Julie A. Phillips, is an experienced environmental consultant with expertise in aquatic ecosystem health and algal blooms. [Extracted from the article]