blue-green

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Last year, scientists in the country announced they had launched successful trials spraying the soil with cyanobacteria, also known as "blue-green algae" -- a method that helps retain moisture and facilitate tree rooting.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

Standing on two legs, the blue-green robot has claw-like grippers rather than hands and can lift up to 35 pounds.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

During the warm months, Lake Erie becomes an ideal setting for cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, to grow rapidly.

From Science Daily • Dec. 2, 2025

The meeting follows a third summer of blue-green algae blooms, which have covered the lough.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

The note is written on blue-green construction paper in perfectly straight print—not a hint of slant.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli