Find out what do the terms ‘algal bloom’ and ‘red-tides’ signify.

Algald bloom’ and ‘red-tides’ refer to rapid and dense proliferation of certain algae, particularly dinoflagellates, in aquatic environments. These phenomena often result in the sea appearing red or yellow due to the pigmentation of the algae. Red-tides can produce toxins harmful to marine life and humans, sometimes leading to the death of fishes and contaminating seafood.