what is economic importance of Algae
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✡ Food source:
Most species of marine algae are edible, such as Porphyra, Sargassum and Laminaria. Chlorella and spirulina are protein-rich. They are thus used as food supplements.
✡ Commercial importance:
Agar is used in jelly and ice-cream preparations. Arar is derived from Gracilaria and Gelidium. Carrageenine is used in chocolates, paints, and toothpaste as an emulsifier. Its source is red algae.
✡ Medicines:
Lots of red algae like Corallina are used to treat worm infections.
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