Diversity and taxonomy of giant algal viruses: chloroviruses lead the way.

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Viruses are the most diverse and abundant biological entities on Earth. Their impact on life is undeniable, and viruses of microorganisms, in particular, exert a profound impact on the planet by shaping biogeochemical cycles and driving the evolution of living organisms. Among them, the giant viruses of the family Phycodnaviridae are major players in aquatic environments, infecting many groups of algae from...

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