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Anabaena
Medical Definition: | A genus of CYANOBACTERIA consisting of trichomes that are untapered with conspicuous constrictions at cross-walls. A firm individual sheath is absent, but a soft covering is often present. Many species are known worldwide as major components of freshwater plankton and also of many saline lakes. The species Anabaena flos-aquae is responsible for acute poisonings of various animals. |
Guide Notes: | a genus of Cyanobacteria |
Previously Indexed: | Algae (1966-1969),Cyanobacteria (1970-1991) |
Anabaena Medical Definitions and Terms
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