Question

Definition of algea and its useful and harmful

Answer 1

Algae being the producers of aquatic environment constitute the primary food sources for aquatic animals.

The algae are considered rich in proteins, carbohydrates, fats and Vitamin A, B, C and E.

In water reservoirs, sufficient nutrient availability results in luxuriant growth of algae that float on water surface in masses and look like foam or soap lather. These algal masses are called water bloom. Some common water blooming algae are Anabaena, Oscillatoria, Microcystis