Nirmita Sharma 
Desert ecosystems are among the most extreme and least-favorable habitats on the planet, with severe climatic conditions. The ecosystem is ecologically relevant to only those species that are specifically adapted … Read more
Algae are a group of autotrophic, non-vascular thalloid plants with unicellular or multicellular, non-jacketed sex organs without any formation of an embryo. Characteristics of Algae Classes of Algae Chlorophyceae- Green … Read more
Algae are an incredibly diverse group of photosynthetic organisms present in various aquatic ecosystems, including freshwater and marine environments, ranging from microscopic to large seaweeds. Historically underutilized organisms are now … Read more
Algal cultivation cultivates algae in controlled or semi-controlled environments for several applications such as biofuel production, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, feed, and wastewater treatment. Algae are photosynthetic microorganisms ranging from microscopic … Read more
Algal blooms are rapid growths or gatherings of algae in aquatic systems like lakes, rivers, or oceans. Depending on the algae, such blooms can cause red, brown, or blue pigmentation … Read more
Red algae are members of the phylum Rhodophyta, a rich and diverse collection of photosynthetic eukaryotic life forms predominantly seen in aquatic systems. They bear the red coloration because of … Read more
Brown algae or Phaeophyceae are primarily marine, multicellular organisms characterized by their distinct brown color. This color is due to the presence of a golden brown xanthophyll pigment fucoxanthin. Brown … Read more
Green Algae (Chlorophyta) consists of a diverse range of photosynthetic organisms in different habitats like freshwater and marine ecosystems. They display a distinctive green hue owing to the presence of … Read more
Cyanobacteria also referred to as blue-green algae, are an interesting group of photosynthetic microorganisms belonging to the prokaryotic group. They thrive in varied aquatic and terrestrial environments and are one … Read more
Algae reproduce both sexually and asexually, which allows them to grow in diverse environmental conditions. Asexual reproduction allows for rapid growth, while sexual reproduction allows for genetic diversity that increases … Read more
