noun
- Plural of chlorella; single-celled green algae organisms commonly used in nutritional supplements and biofuel research.
Usage: scientific; typically used in plural form when referring to multiple cells or cultures
Examples
- Chlorellas are microscopic algae that contain high levels of chlorophyll and protein.
- The laboratory cultured chlorellas in large tanks for the biofuel experiment.
- Health food stores sell chlorella supplements derived from these single-celled organisms.
- Chlorellas reproduce rapidly under the right light and nutrient conditions.
- Scientists study chlorellas as a potential sustainable food source for the future.