environment medium Fill in the Blank

The phenomenon of 'Red Tide' in coastal waters is caused by algal blooms of _____ organisms.

  1. Bacterial
  2. Dinoflagellate
  3. Fungal
  4. Viral

Answer: Dinoflagellate

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) by dinoflagellates can discolor water, produce toxins, and cause fish kills and human health issues.

Topic Marine and Coastal Environment
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC