Join marine biologist Alyson Hall in her seventh-grade science project to study seagrass ecosystems. Discover the importance of seagrasses, the differences between seagrasses and seaweeds, and the two species of seagrass found in the Chesapeake Bay. Engage in activities like surveying seagrass, meas

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Coral reefs are vital biogenic structures formed by reef-building corals and various marine organisms. These ecosystems, found in diverse regions like the Caribbean, Indo-Pacific, Fiji, and Bermuda, host a rich array of flora and fauna, including corals, fish, turtles, and sea snakes. The intricate

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Phaeophyta, also known as brown algae or seaweeds, exhibit unique characteristics including cellulose fibers with Alginic acid, food reserves like laminarin and mannitol, and a life cycle consisting of both haploid and diploid stages. They possess photosynthetic pigments giving them their brown colo

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Algae play a critical role in our planet's ecosystem, outnumbering plants on land. The oceans are teeming with microscopic algae and seaweeds, essential for marine life. Without algae, our oceans would be barren, highlighting their crucial ecological importance.

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Explore how chlorophyll absorbs light in photosynthesis, the role of different types of seaweeds, and the use of spectrometers to measure light absorption. Discover the specific light regions absorbed by chlorophyll A and B, as well as adaptations in seaweeds for varying light intensities. Learn abo

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