toxic bloom
Deadly algal outbreak
A toxic bloom is an explosive growth of harmful algae or cyanobacteria in water, producing toxins dangerous to fish, wildlife, and humans.
Lakes, reservoirs, and coastal waters can become hazardous when conditions trigger these events: The beach was closed due to a toxic bloom.
Also called harmful algal bloom or HAB.
- algaePrimitive aquatic photosynthesizers
- red tideToxic algae discoloring seawater
- cyanobacteriaPhotosynthetic bacteria producing oxygen
- fish killSudden mass aquatic death
- contaminationIntroduction of impurities
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water quality and ecological health
toxic bloomclean water
Uncontaminated hydration source
clear water · pure water · potable water · safe water · fresh water
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