Ocean algae get 'coup de grace' from viruses

ScienceDaily
Sep 15, 2020, 9:01 am140 pts
Scientists have long believed that ocean viruses always quickly kill algae, but new research shows they live in harmony with algae and viruses provide a 'coup de grace' only when blooms of algae are already stressed and dying. The study will likely change how scientists view viral infections of algae, also…

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