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They are primary producers at the root of many aquatic food chains, and an important component of biodiversity

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They are objects of great beauty in their own right and, unfortunately usually overlooked.
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They are very sensitive indicators of environmental conditions, and a study of their variety in water can reveal much about water quality


Understanding the role of algae in aquatic systems requires that we can distinguish their species, which can be a daunting undertaking initially. We at Algalweb aim to help you identify algae and appreciate their beauty and importance.

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