[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Plant-like protists are known as algae. They are a large and diverse group. Plant-like protists are autotrophs. This means that they produce their own food. They...

In this site, you will be introduced to some of the more common organisms found in a pond. Contains a thorough guide to small and microscopic pond life with links to other descriptive sources.

Lesson plans and experiments to investigate organisms that cause Red Tide, and diseases that are caused by harmful algal blooms. Background information is provided.

Article describing the different categories of lichens, their physical features, how they reproduce, their evolution, and important benefits lichens provide to humans. (Published: July 19, 2010)

Dive into a single drop of pond water to discover the microscopic world of freshwater organisms. Learn about protists, bacteria, and other tiny inhabitants that can only be seen under a microscope.

A multi-media learning modlue immersing students in the kingdoms of fungi and protists. Activities include informational text, video clips, animations, and student assignments.

Wikipedia provides excellent information on chloroplasts, organelles found in plant cells and eukaryotic algae which conduct photosynthesis.

An explanation of ocean chemistry, supported by illustrations, for example, of the global carbon cycle in the 1980s and the annual carbon dioxide flux. The concentration of nutrients in the ocean is discussed for its impact on marine...

Describes the parts, structure, and the several methods of reproduction of spirogyra, a type of green algae.

Students are asked to conduct online research in order to write an informative article about the development of algae blooms in Maryland's Deep Creek Lake.

Researchers are considering more recent findings of eukaryotes and their phylogeny. Investigate the insights to understand that there may be more progress found in determining the relationships to other eukaryotes.

Explore the microscopic organisms that live in the freshwater ponds with this video collection. These video clips feature unicellular organisms, from under the microscope, showing off their daily activities. Collection includes videos of...

Article identifies elevated water temperature as a cause of coral bleaching due to loss of photosynthetic ability in symbiotic algae.

Lichens are one of the most fascinating organisms on this planet. If fact, they are actually composed of two organisms - a fungus and algae. Find out all the amazing facts about this interesting organism.

In this activity, students will learn how water can be polluted by algal blooms. They will grow algae with different concentrations of fertilizer or nutrients and analyze their results as environmental engineers working to protect a...

If you are looking for an introduction to protozoans and algae, this is a good place to start. You'll view some images of them and explore a few of their basic adaptations for survival.

This illustrated website features facts about lakes and ponds and their special place in geography, natural history, and as a biome.

Through full-color images and descriptive information, learn about the evolution of the eukaryotic organisms which eventually led to the presence of protists.

A video and a short multiple-choice quiz on the natural changes that take place in an ecosystem, and the negative impact humans can have on ecosystems.

Try these fifteen multiple choice review questions about the Kingdom Protista.

Describes the characteristics and methods of reproduction of Volvox, a type of green algae.

Provides information about Spirogyra, a type of algae. Discusses characteristics, classification, cell structure, method of reproduction, and life cycle.

Provides information about Volvox, a type of green algae. Discusses appearance, habitat, method of reproduction, and its food sources.

Provides information on a chemical that was added to lagoon systems to reduce odor and algae.