Alga: meaning, definitions and examples

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alga

 

[ หˆรฆlษกษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

marine organism

Alga refers to a diverse group of photosynthetic organisms found in aquatic environments. These organisms can range from microscopic phytoplankton to larger seaweeds. Algae play a crucial role in ecosystems, producing oxygen and serving as a primary food source for many aquatic animals. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be classified into different groups such as green, brown, and red algae.

Synonyms

phytoplankton, sea vegetable, seaweed

Examples of usage

  • The pond was covered with green algae.
  • Some species of alga are used in food production.
  • Algae are essential for maintaining the balance of aquatic ecosystems.

Translations

Translations of the word "alga" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Alge

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพะดะพั€ั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ alga

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่—ป้กž

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท algue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alga

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ๋ฅ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุญุงู„ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ล™asa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ riasa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่—ป็ฑป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ alga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพรถrungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะปะดั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒšแƒ’แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alqa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alga

Etymology

The term 'alga' comes from the Latin word 'alga', meaning 'seaweed' or 'marine plant'. This word was adopted in the English language during the late 19th century as a scientific term. Algae, as biological entities, have been extensively studied since antiquity, with ancient civilizations recognizing their presence in aquatic environments. The classification of algae has evolved significantly over the years, driven by advancements in microscopy and molecular biology. In contemporary science, algae are categorized into several major groups based on their photosynthetic pigments and cellular structure. This classification reflects the diverse roles that algae play in aquatic ecosystems, from oxygen production to serving as a food source for various organisms.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,187, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.