What are the CGA? The Charophycean Green Algae (CGA) represent a group of green algae that is ancestral to all land plants. These organisms display notable morphological and reproductive diversity and possess extracellular coverings ranging from scales to higher plant-like cell walls to gel-like extracellular polymeric substances . CGA can be found both in the phytoplankton domains and biofilms of freshwater ecosystems as well as in a diverse assortment of terrestrial habitats including the bark of trees and desert crusts. This website is dedicated to this intriguing group of primitive green plants, the group that ultimately leads to land plants.
About Us This page has been designed for the Skidmore Microscopy Imaging Center (SMIC) and Department of Biology of Skidmore College The information, galleries and resources found within are provided to give scientists, students and the public a starting point for learning about the CGA. Thank you for visiting our page. Dr. David Domozych Professor of Biology	Where to find us Department of Biology Skidmore College 815 North Broadway Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA ddomoz@skidmore.edu (518) 580-5075

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