Cryptophyta
MESHD044785
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.
Synonyms
- Cryptophytas
- Cryptomonads
- Cryptomonad
- Cryptomonas
- Cryptomona
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