Question

Is volvox isogamous or oogamous?

Answer 1

Volvox:

1. Volvox is a genus containing freshwater green algae belonging to the Chlorophyta division.
2. They are found in freshwater bodies and significantly contribute to oxygen production.
3. Volvox belongs to a polyphyletic genus and is commonly referred to as plant-like protists as it contains chlorophyll and is autotrophic.
4. It undergoes a haplontic life cycle and reproduces asexually through the fusion of oogametes.
5. Oogametes participate in sexual reproduction that involves the fusion of a small motile male gamete with a large non-motile female gamete.
6. Isogametes are gametes that are indistinguishable in size and form.