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What are all those little green things covering your lake? They're not plants — they're algae! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby teach you all about algae, including where they sit in the tree of life and what physical characteristics these organisms have. You'll learn the differences between several kinds of algae, including green algae, red algae, brown algae, euglenoids, diatoms, and dinoflagellates. You'll also find out about algae's place in the food chain and what uses algae serve for humans. Finally, learn about some environmental problems associated with algae, including harmful algal blooms. It's time to give algae their proper due!