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Algae are photosynthetic organisms belonging to kingdom Protista. Alga is the singular with changing size from microscopic unicellular microalgae (Chlorella and Diatoms) to large massive kelps that usually comprise of length extending in meters (200 ft) and brown alga.
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Paramecium is a unicellular organism with shape resembling the sole of a shoe. It ranges from 50 to 300um in size which varies from species to species.
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The Genus Trichoderma is one of the most abundant fungi that have been shown to be present in all climatic zones.
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Aspergillus (Plural Aspergilli) is a genus of fungi that consists of about 300 identified species of mold (mould). Aspergillus can be found in a variety of environments throughout the world given that there growth is largely determined by availability of water. Take a look!
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Crystallization is the process of formation of solid sugar crystals from a sugar solution and it offers a particularly fascinating and rewarding experience for the beginner microscope enthusiast. Try the experiments for yourself!
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Fungi belong to their own kingdom (Kingdom Fungi). Compared to higher plants and animals, they obtain their nutrition through a range of ways including degradation of organism material and symbiosis (as lichen) among others. As such, they are categorized as heterotrophic.
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Essentially, chloroplasts are plastids found in cells of higher plants and algae as sites of photosynthesis. This makes them the most important cell organelles as plants are the primary producers and the base of all food chains.
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Autotrophs are any organisms that are capable of producing their own food. For most, this is achieved by using light energy, water and carbon dioxide. Rather than using energy from the sun, some will use chemical energy to make their own food.
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Heterotrophs are organisms that obtain their energy (nutrition) from organic compounds/materials. In other words, heterotrophs are organisms that are unable to produce their own food (like autotrophs) and therefore have to ingest organic compounds as a source of energy
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