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family schizophyceae

 

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Noun family schizophyceae has 1 sense
  1. Myxophyceae, family Myxophyceae, Schizophyceae, family Schizophyceae - former terms for Cyanophyceae
    --1 is a kind of bacteria family
    --1 is a member of Schizophyta, division Schizophyta

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Term: Family Schizophyceae

Description:

The Family Schizophyceae refers to a taxonomic group of cyanobacteria that belong to the phylum Cyanobacteria. These organisms are characterized by their ability to perform photosynthesis and often form long filaments or colonies.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Taxonomy:

In taxonomy, the Family Schizophyceae is a classification level within the phylum Cyanobacteria, encompassing various species of cyanobacteria that share similar characteristics.

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Sense 2 - Cell Structure:

Within the Family Schizophyceae, the individual cyanobacterial cells can be characterized by their unique cell structure, exhibiting a lack of a true nucleus and possessing specialized structures like thylakoids.

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Sense 3 - Ecological Importance:

Cyanobacteria from the Family Schizophyceae play a vital role in various ecosystems as primary producers, contributing significantly to the global carbon cycle and being involved in nitrogen fixation.

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Sample Sentences:

  1. The Family Schizophyceae includes various cyanobacterial species important for their ecological contributions.
  2. Cyanobacteria within the Family Schizophyceae often form extensive colonies, giving lakes a greenish appearance.
  3. Scientists classify cyanobacteria into different families, with the Family Schizophyceae being one of them.
  4. Under the microscope, the unique cell structure of cyanobacteria from the Family Schizophyceae can be observed.
  5. Nutrient-rich environments often promote the growth of cyanobacteria from the Family Schizophyceae due to their ability to perform photosynthesis.
family satyridae family saururaceae family saxifragaceae family scarabaeidae family scaridae family scheuchzeriaceae family schistosomatidae family schizaeaceae family schizophyceae family schizosaccharomycetaceae family sciadopityaceae family sciaenidae family sciaridae family scincidae family sciuridae family sclerodermataceae family sclerotiniaceae

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