green algae

A form of green alga — Any of very many plant organisms, of the phyla Chlorophyta and Charophyta, that grow in damp places; a chlorophyte.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of green alga

Synonyms & antonyms

nounalgae that are clear green in color; often growing on wet ricks or damp wood or the surface of stagnant water

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