What is another word for brown algae?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈa͡ʊn ˈalɡiː] (IPA) 
Brown algae or phaeophytes are a group of marine algae that are found in both the temperate and tropical regions of the oceans. They are characterized by their brown color, which is due to the pigment fucoxanthin, and the ability to create an adhesive substance that helps them to attach to rocks and other substrates. Some of the synonyms for brown algae include Phaeophyceae, brown seaweed, wrack, kelp, and rockweed. Brown algae play a vital role in marine ecosystems where they provide habitats and food for various species of marine animals, and help to maintain the balance of the oceanic food chain.
