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family volvocaceae

 

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Noun family volvocaceae has 1 sense
  1. Volvocaceae, family Volvocaceae - unicellular or colonial biflagellate free-swimming flagellates
    --1 is a kind of protoctist family
    --1 is a member of Volvocales, order Volvocales
    --1 has members: Volvox, genus Volvox

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Family Volvocaceae

The family Volvocaceae is a group of freshwater green algae that belong to the order Volvocales. They are characterized by their distinctive spherical or colonial structure.

Descriptions:

  • The family Volvocaceae consists of various species of green algae.
  • These algae are known for their unique colony formation.
  • Volvocaceae commonly inhabit freshwater environments.
  • Members of this family play an essential role in aquatic ecosystems.
  • They possess chloroplasts, which enable them to carry out photosynthesis.

Sample Sentences:

  • The family Volvocaceae exhibits a wide range of sizes and shapes.
  • Volvox, a well-known genus in the family Volvocaceae, forms large and distinctive colonies.
  • The Volvocaceae reproduce asexually through cell division.
  • Many species within the family Volvocaceae have flagella, allowing them to move through water.
  • The Volvocaceae are fascinating research subjects due to their complex life cycles.

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