Indiconema
- Recently, researchers discovered a new genus of Gomphonemoid diatom in rivers of the Eastern Ghats.
- Named Indiconema, it features distinct valve symmetry and pore field characteristics.
- Diatoms, microscopic algae, produce 25% of global oxygen and are crucial in aquatic food chains.
- They serve as indicators of aquatic health due to their sensitivity to water chemistry changes.
- India boasts nearly 6,500 diatom taxa, with 30% being endemic, highlighting unique ....
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