chlorophyte
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- noun
- /ˈklɔːrəˌfaɪt/
- Specialized
- Chlorophytes are commonly found growing on wet rocks in shaded areas of the forest.
Examples
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In steep reaches, algal growth is present as sheets of the chlorophyte Prasiola on the underside of rocks.
Academic text (1999) -
The microbial communities present in the dry valley streams consist primarily of cyanobacteria, although chlorophytes and diatoms are also common.
Academic text (1999) -
Many ponds are home to various species of chlorophytes, providing essential nutrients to the ecosystem.
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In stagnant water, chlorophytes can form green mats that cover the surface.
Synonyms
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A simple green plant that grows in water and has no roots, stems, or leaves
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A green living thing that grows on wet rocks, damp wood, or still water
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A simple green living thing like seaweed that lives in water and makes food from light
Surface Forms
Morphology
chlorophyte = phyte (opaque) = chloro + phyte
The elements 'chloro-' and '-phyte' are specialized scientific combining forms unlikely to be recognized by an average B1 learner, so the meaning is not derivable.
Etymology
Chlorophyte comes from Greek parts chloro- meaning 'green' and -phyte meaning 'plant'. So a chlorophyte is literally a 'green plant', which fits because these are green algae that grow on wet rocks, damp wood, or in still water.