algae
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The algae reside in the structure built by corals, and in return produce nutrients for their host by photosynthesis.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
But for reasons that still elude scientists, this arrangement falls apart when seawater warms too much and the algae leave or are expelled.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
These nutrients make "harmful" blue-green algae more likely which can be dangerous to people and animals.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
The modified algae also grow in wastewater, where they absorb excess nutrients while helping clean the water during the process.
From Science Daily • May 12, 2026
Exploring the shore revealed one extraordinary thing: the algae, and therefore the island itself, varied in height and density depending on the weather.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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