algaecontrol
nounUK /ˈælɡiː kənˈtrəʊl/
US /ˈælɡiː kənˈtroʊl/
Algaecontrol is the act of stopping tiny green plants called algae from growing too much in water.
The pond looked clear after the algaecontrol treatment.
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2. A product or chemical used to keep algae from growing.
They added an algaecontrol to the fish tank.
3. A service that cleans algae from pools or ponds.
The company offers algaecontrol for backyard ponds.
4. A method of keeping water clear by reducing algae growth.
Regular algaecontrol keeps the fountain water clean.