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A chlamydomonas is a single-celled organism which lives under water. it can move itself to the light to photosynthesise , and store excess food as starch.

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What is the scientific name for Chlamydomonas?

Chlamydomonas is itself a scientific name of a genus of green algae consisting of unicellular flagellates having 5 reported species.


What algae has a whip like tail?

Chlamydomonas reinhardtii is a common green algae that has a whip-like tail called a flagellum. These flagella help the algae to move and navigate in aquatic environments.


Green algae for agar?

Yes, you can streak some green algae of agar, but you have to known the nutrients you need to add to the agar. For instance Chlamydomonas reinhardtii can be grown on TAP plates, or on high salt plates.


What species is chlamydomonas?

Chlamydomonas is a genus of protist algae. It encompasses many species.Google is your friend!


Is Cymatopleura a single celled organism?

Chlamydomonas reinhardtii is in nature largely photoautotrophic (obtaining all its energy from photosynthesis). However, it can grow heterotrophically when supplied with a suitable carbon source (acetate is commonly used). This is quite an artificial situation, but allows it to be grown in laboratories in the dark, and to grow mutants which are unable to perform photosynthesis.


Is Chlamydomonas harmful to us?

Chlamydomonas is not harmful to us because it is a photosynthetic organism Also a green Algae


What type of protist is a Chlamydomonas?

unicellular green algae


What does a chlamydomonas make from nitrogen?

Chlamydomonas, a type of algae, can incorporate nitrogen into proteins, chlorophyll, and other essential molecules required for growth and metabolism. Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for the synthesis of these biological molecules in chlamydomonas.


What phylum do chlamydomonas belong to?

A chlamydomonas cell or Chlamydomonas reinhardtii,is a single celled green alga about 10 micrometers in diameter that swims with two flagella. They have a famous "Eye spot" which senses light. This cell is used as a "test cell" in many labs for simple tests like ours involving DNA and many other things.


Is chlamydia the same as Chlamydomonas?

No, chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, while Chlamydomonas is a genus of green algae commonly found in freshwater environments. They are not related and have different characteristics and effects on human health.


How many cells does a chlamydomonas have?

Chlamydomonas is a genus of single-celled green algae, meaning each organism consists of just one cell. This unicellular structure allows Chlamydomonas to perform essential functions such as photosynthesis and reproduction independently. They are often studied for their simplicity and role in aquatic ecosystems.


Is genus chlamydomonas planktonic?

Yes, the genus Chlamydomonas is primarily planktonic. These unicellular green algae are typically found in freshwater environments, floating in the water column. They can be motile, using their flagella to swim, which allows them to navigate within the planktonic habitat. Chlamydomonas plays a significant role in aquatic ecosystems as a primary producer.