Potential Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-021743",
  "term": "Potential Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Harmful algal blooms are overgrowths of algae in water. Some produce dangerous toxins in fresh or marine water but even nontoxic blooms hurt the environment and local economies. Harmful algal blooms are a major environmental problem in all 50 states. Red tides, blue-green algae, and cyanobacteria are examples of harmful algal blooms that can have severe impacts on human health, aquatic ecosystems, and the economy.",
  "subject": "Water",
  "references": [
    "How's My Waterway Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/potential-harmful-algal-blooms-habs/"
}