paleophycology

Example:Paleoalgal science involves reconstructing the past environments based on fossil algae and cyanobacteria.

Definition:The scientific study of ancient algae, including their fossil remains and their ecological and evolutionary significance.

Example:Algae paleontology plays a key role in understanding the Earth's history and the evolution of life forms.

Definition:The branch of paleontology that focuses on the study of fossil algae and cyanobacteria.