ulvaceae

Thân thiện

A scientist examines a sample of ulvaceae under a microscope.

Definition

Proper noun A family of green algae, primarily marine, characterized by thin, flat, or tubular thalli (plant bodies). Members of this family are commonly known as sea lettuces.

Usage

The word "Ulvaceae" is used as a taxonomic name in scientific contexts, specifically in biology, marine botany, and ecology, to refer to this family of algae. * The green seaweed washing up on the shore likely belongs to the family Ulvaceae. * Ulvaceae are important primary producers in coastal ecosystems.

Advanced Usage

• In phylogenetic studies, the classification of species within is frequently reviewed.
• The presence of certain species can be an indicator of nutrient levels in water.

Variants and Related Words

• Ulva (noun): The type genus of the family Ulvaceae, containing species like (sea lettuce).
• Ulvales (noun): The taxonomic order to which the family Ulvaceae belongs.

Synonyms

• Sea lettuce family (common name)

Notes on Meaning

"Ulvaceae" refers exclusively to the taxonomic family. It is not used to describe the physical characteristics of the algae in everyday language; those are described with terms like "green seaweed" or "sea lettuce."

Học thuật

Noun

1. thin flat or tubular green algae

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Ulvaceae
• family Ulvaceae
• sea-lettuce family