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algae bloom

By Shirlie Sharpe, About.com

Definition: Algae bloom is the sudden proliferation of algae in an aquarium, often suspended in the water, thus producing the green water effect. If the growth is extremely rapid, the water may be so depleted of oxygen that it results in the death of fish and other aquatic organisms.
Also Known As: green water, algae plague

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