Question

Algae are similar to plants and were classified together because

• A. they have true leaves, stems and roots
• B. they make their own food through photosynthesis
• C. they produce seeds
• D. they do not prepare their own food by themselves

Answer 1

The correct option is B

they make their own food through photosynthesis

The correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option:

Option B:

1. Algae fall under the division Thallophyta in the Kingdom Plantae.
2. They contain chloroplast which has the pigment chlorophyll, responsible for absorbing the sunlight and preparing their own food.
3. They make their own food through photosynthesis
4. This characteristic of algae makes them similar to plants.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

Algae don't have any leaves, stems, or roots.

Option C:

Algae don't produce any kind of seeds.

Option D:

Algae prepare their own food by themself.

Final answer: Algae are similar to plants and were classified together because they make their own food through photosynthesis.