Watching Seagrass Breathe
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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The Fascinating World of Coral Reefs and Their Biodiversity
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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Characteristics of Phaeophyta - Brown Algae (Seaweeds)
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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