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Noun: chlorophyte
  1. Algae that are clear green in colour; often growing on wet rocks or damp wood or the surface of stagnant water
    "chlorophyte can form a slimy coating on aquarium walls";
    - green algae

Derived forms: chlorophytes

Type of: alga, algae

Part of: Chlorophyta, division Chlorophyta

Encyclopedia: Chlorophyte