Glossary Item
Microalgae : microalgae
Effective 29 July 2019Preferred Term: microalgae
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Definition:
Single cell microorganisms that are generally green algae or cyanobacteria (formerly blue green algae).
Common species used for human consumption and human therapeutics are: Arthrospira platensis, Arthrospira maxima (previously Spirulina platensis and Spirulina maximua) and Chlorella spp.