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When was Red Silent Tides created?
Red Silent Tides was created on 2010-09-17.
Are red tides always red?
No, red tides are not always red. They can appear as a variety of colors including red, brown, green, and even orange. The color of a red tide is influenced by the type of algae present and environmental conditions.
Why are red tides called red tides?
Red tides are named for the reddish color they give to the water. This red color is caused by a high concentration of algae that produce pigments, like chlorophyll, that can make the water appear red or brown.
What are tides in the science form?
The moon's gravitational pull on the earth is what causes tides.
How red tides occur?
its caused by the moon
Which type of tides occurs when the sun and moon form a straight line?
Spring tides
Why are red tides often red in color?
red algae. small red plants that live in the water.
Blooms of dinoflagellates are often called what?
red tides
Why are saltwater blooms called red tides?
Saltwater blooms are called red tides because they can give the water a reddish color due to the high concentration of algae in the water. The algae responsible for red tides often produce pigments that can give the water a red or brown tint.
What are the causes of red tides?
Red tides are caused by an overgrowth of harmful algae, often due to nutrient pollution from sources like agricultural runoff or sewage. Factors like warm water temperatures, calm seas, and sunlight can also contribute to the proliferation of algae that leads to red tides.
What is red tides?
Red tides are caused by the overgrowth of certain types of algae. Red tides are toxic, killing marine life as well as making humans who have eaten seafood which has been in the contaminated water sick.
What group of protists cause toxic red tides?
Dinoflangellates.
