Sea lettuces and single-celled algae (Ulvophyceae)

Sea lettuces and single-celled algae

Sea lettuces and single-celled algae belongs to a group of green algae thriving mainly in marine environments. They exhibit vibrant green colors due to high chlorophyll concentrations and have thin, sheet-like structures, enabling efficient light absorption and nutrient uptake. Their simplicity in form allows sea lettuces and single-celled algae to spread rapidly across surfaces, forming noticeable green mats in nutrient-rich waters.

Scientific classification

Class

Sea lettuces and single-celled algae (Ulvophyceae)

Phylum

Green algae

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