Algae
Members of a group of mostly aquatic, photosynthetic organisms, algae provide much of Earth's oxygen, serve as the food base for almost all aquatic life, and provide foods and industrial products, including petroleum products.
Algae can be used to reduce pollution (greenhouse gases). Scientists and experts have been working to use algae to transform the world's energy needs and slow climate change. (Source: Britannica Online Encyclopedia, USA Today / Photo: Flickr)
Articles about Algae
Thu, Oct 27 2011 at 3:53 PM EST
The lake has the highest levels of phosphorous contamination in 40 years, creating ideal conditions for algae blooms.Tue, Oct 04 2011 at 6:17 PM EST
The 5 lakes, which contain one-fifth of the world's fresh water and supply millions of people, may be 'veering close to ecosystem collapse.'Wed, Jul 27 2011 at 10:04 AM EST
The large expanse of green algae is floating toward China's east coast, potentially threatening marine life and the region's tourism industry.Fri, Jul 01 2011 at 3:52 PM EST
Algae-based fuels are finally reaching the commercial stage, and they're already in airplanes and U.S. Navy ships. And they could be coming soon to a gas station near you.Thu, Jun 16 2011 at 1:08 PM EST
Scientists say the cost of farming algae must be cut by 90 percent if it is to become commercially viable and reduce pressure on food prices.Wed, May 25 2011 at 1:50 PM EST
Historic floods and relentless storms are expected to boost the dead zone up to 15 percent larger than ever before, experts say.Tue, May 24 2011 at 6:30 AM EST
The giant, lifeless expanse appears every summer, but historic flooding along the Mississippi River could make 2011 a record-breaking year. Wed, Apr 06 2011 at 1:44 PM EST
Streams that contain more species have better water quality than streams that have fewer, according to a new study.Wed, Mar 16 2011 at 10:19 AM EST
Biotech company says it can make algal biofuel at significantly lower costs by increasing the lipid content of algae.Sat, Feb 19 2011 at 11:20 AM EST
Climate change makes ocean and freshwater environments more susceptible to toxic algae blooms and allows harmful microbes and bacteria to proliferate.- 1. Recipes
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