광합성을 할 수 있는 수생 생물의 총칭으로, 단세포 생물부터 대형 해조류까지를 포함하며 뿌리나 줄기 등이 뚜렷이 구분되지 않는 생물군.
A diverse group of aquatic organisms that have the ability to conduct photosynthesis, ranging from microscopic single-celled forms to large multicellular seaweeds.
예문:
"The lake's surface turned bright green due to a sudden bloom of algae."
"Many species of algae are being studied for their potential use in carbon sequestration."
"Red algae are commonly used in the production of agar and various food thickeners."