2006-11-11 09:14:22 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Kelp are large seaweeds (algae), belonging to the brown algae and classified in the order Laminariales. Despite their appearance they are not grouped with the normal aquatic or land plants (kingdom Plantae), but instead are included in either kingdom Protista or Chromista. There are about 30 different genera. Some larger members of the order Fucales are also included by some within the general term Kelp. Kelp grows in underwater forests (kelp forests) in clear, shallow, oceans, requiring nutrient rich water below about 20 °C, it offers a protection to some sea creatures, or food for others. It is known for its high growth rate - the genus Macrocystis grows up to 30 cm per day, to a total length of over 60 meters.
2006-11-11 09:19:52 · answer #1 · answered by moonfreak♦ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's another word for seaweed.
2006-11-11 17:18:48 · answer #2 · answered by Rayden 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋