Scenedesmus (Scenedesmus) a (high magnification) Taxonomic status: Scenedesmus (Scenedesmus) the green algae, Chlorophyceae, Prochlorococcus head, a genus Scenedesmus. Is a common component of freshwater plankton. Characteristics: plants usually caused by 2,4,8 or 16, rarely 32 cells composed of amorphous groups; Xibao ellipse, oval, long-barreled, spindle, crescent, etc.; each cell has a Week-bit, flake the chloroplasts, a protein core, a nucleus; cell wall smooth or with projections, various thorns, stinging hairs, particles, longitudinal ribs and so on. Species distribution: Distribution in the world, fresh produce, extensive live in ponds, lakes, ditches and small pools, water tanks and other various training is an important common planktonic algae. China has reported more than 50 species. Reproduction: asexual reproduction in which each cell can produce similar pro-spores, through the arrangement of a similar affinity groups; occasionally and moving with the form spores and gametes. Economic Value: Scenedesmus breed quickly, nutritional value and can be used to train large numbers of artificial materials. Use with Chlorella spp. Commonly used in the research of photosynthesis. In the wastewater treatment process, to provide oxygen for the bacteria to decompose organic matter and destroy other harmful substances. |