What are calcified sea algae? The key to a robust marine ecosystem
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Over 70% of coral reef surface area is covered by crustose coralline algae, a type of calcified marine alga, highlighting their foundational role in marine habitats. But what are calcified sea algae, and how do these intriguing organisms create their hard, reef-building structures? They are a diverse group of marine organisms that absorb minerals from seawater to create rigid structures that are crucial for ocean health.
