What is another word for cyanobacteria?
Pronunciation: [sˌa͡ɪɐnˌɒbɐktˈi͡əɹɪə] (IPA) 
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae or Cyanophyta, are a group of photosynthetic bacteria that are found in diverse environments such as freshwater, marine, soil, and rock. These microorganisms are often found in warm, nutrient-rich waters where they can proliferate rapidly, forming large blooms that can be detrimental to the ecosystem. Other synonyms for cyanobacteria include blue-green bacteria, blue-green microalgae, and green-blue algae. Despite their small size, cyanobacteria play a critical role in the global carbon cycle and are used in a variety of industrial applications, including wastewater treatment and food production.
