Seaweeds are processed in many ways to be used in many products.
Useful seaweeds of life
Similar to land plants, seaweeds use sunlight to photosynthesize, producing oxygen and carbohydrates from dissolved carbon dioxide and water.Carbohydrates, such as sugar and starch, are the main building blocks of seaweed.So, if the water becomes murky and turbid, not enough sunlight will be available and seaweeds cannot survive. |
Nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorous, that flow into the ocean from sources on land provide nutrients to the coastal environment. However, too much nutrients can cause water pollution, therefore seaweeds help to purify the water by absorbing muchi of these nutrients. |
Seaweed communities provide habitat for many marine animals and seaweeds are a source of food for many marine animals, including the fish and invertebrates. |
