Question

Distinguish between algae and Fungi.

Answer 1

1. Algae exist in environments ranging from oceans, rivers, and lakes to ponds, brackish waters and even snow. Algae are usually green, but they can be found in a variety of different colours.
2. Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that include yeasts, moulds, and mushrooms as well as other microorganisms.

The difference between algae and fungi is shown below

S.No.	Algae	Fungi
1	“Alga” means “Seaweed”.	“Fungus” means “Sponge”.
2	They are not parasitic in nature.	Some of the fungi are a parasite.
3	Their mode of nutrition is autotropic.	Their mode of nutrition is heterotrophic.
4	Algae are grouped in the kingdom Plantae.	Fungi were placed in a separate kingdom Fungi
5	Examples includes Pond scum, seaweed, and giant kelp.	Examples include mushrooms, moulds and yeast.