Cryptophyta

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.

Year introduced: 2004

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Tree Number(s): B01.206

MeSH Unique ID: D044785

Registry Number: txid3027

Entry Terms:

• Cryptophytas
• Cryptomonads
• Cryptomonad
• Cryptomonas
• Cryptomona

Previous Indexing:

• Algae (1975-2003)

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Eukaryota
Cryptophyta