Article
Functional diversity in coral-dinoflagellate symbiosis.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America - 8 Jul 2008
Stat Michael, Morris Emily, Gates Ruth D
Abstract excerpt
Symbioses are widespread in nature and occur along a continuum from parasitism to mutualism. Coral-dinoflagellate symbioses are defined as mutualistic because both partners receive benefit from the association via the exchange of nutrients. This successful interaction underpins the growth and formation of coral reefs. The symbiotic dinoflagellate genus Symbiodinium is genetically diverse containing eight...
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