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Eukaryota > Cryptophyta

Preferred term

Cryptophyta  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Cryptomonad
  • Cryptomonads

Scope note

  • A class of EUKARYOTA (traditionally algae), characterized by biflagellated cells and found in both freshwater and marine environments. Pigmentation varies but only one CHLOROPLAST is present. Unique structures include a nucleomorph and ejectosomes.

History note

  • 2004

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D044785

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