ZOOXANTHELLAE
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Zooxanthellae.
Zooxanthellae - as a noun
Any of various typically yellow-brown dinoflagellates (originally grouped as genus zooxanthella) now assigned to the genera symbiodinium and amphidinium, notably found in coral reefs.
Example Sentences
"The presence of zooxanthellae gives coral its vibrant colors."
"Coral bleaching occurs when zooxanthellae are expelled from the coral organisms."
"Some species of jellyfish also contain zooxanthellae."
"The relationship between zooxanthellae and coral is crucial for the survival of coral reefs."
"Tiny marine creatures called nudibranchs obtain zooxanthellae by consuming coral."
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