Some algae in the red tide contains a poison that can kill fish.
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the algae does affect it. the algae is a little monster that comes out and eats people.
No, red tide is not caused by a virus. It is a harmful algal bloom that occurs when certain types of algae grow rapidly and produce toxic or harmful effects on marine life and humans. The algae responsible for red tide are called dinoflagellates.
Red algae are generally considered helpful to humans as they are an important source of essential nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Some species of red algae also have medicinal properties and are used in food supplements and pharmaceuticals. However, certain species of red algae can produce toxins that are harmful to humans if consumed in large amounts.
No, algae are not harmful unless it dies. (Found this answer on Yahoo.com)
The useful effects of algae is that it provides oxygen for various living things. Algae is also a food resource for humans and fish. Algae can become harmful if they produce toxins. Too much algae in the water can kill fish because the algae consumes a great amount of oxygen and can block the sunlight from reaching underwater.
harmful algae blooms(HAB) cause the following condition 1- Red tide phenomena(change the usually colour of the sea into green,brown and red )due to pigments that oroduced by this algae 2-this HAB secret toxin this toxin cause damage to central nervous system of fish and caus paralysis to it then die
Water algae can be harmful but most of them are not... Just dont eat any:) :) lol
Algae can be both harmful and helpful. Harmful algae blooms can release toxins harmful to aquatic life and human health. However, algae are also vital to aquatic ecosystems as they produce oxygen through photosynthesis and serve as food for organisms in the food chain.
to whom? to what? harmful is a purely subjective term
Algae: Green algae, even red algae but phycoerythrin over populates it which gives the red algae its red color.
Yes, red algae and red marine algae refer to the same group of algae that are predominantly found in marine environments. They are known for their red pigmentation due to the presence of phycoerythrin pigments.