Red tide

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_tide)

Red tide is a common name for a phenomenon known as an algal bloom (large concentrations of aquatic microorganisms) when it is caused by a few species of dinoflagellates and the bloom takes on a red or brown color. Red tides are events in which estuarine, marine, or fresh water algae accumulate rapidly in the water column, resulting in coloration of the surface water. It is usually found in coastal areas. (Wikipedia)

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Approved Date
26-Jul-2013

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