What is another word for cyanophyceae?
Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪɐnəfˌa͡ɪsiː] (IPA) 
Cyanophyceae is a type of blue-green algae commonly found in water bodies across the world. There are several synonyms that refer to this type of algae, including cyanobacteria, blue-green algae and microcystis. Cyanophyceae is a group of photosynthetic bacteria that can produce oxygen as a by-product of photosynthesis, which is a significant contribution to the ecosystem. The color of this type of algae ranges from green, blue-green, to brownish-red. Cyanobacteria play a crucial role in nutrient cycling in aquatic ecosystems, but overgrowth can lead to harmful algal blooms, posing a threat to water quality, public health and the ecosystem.
