Question

Distinguish between algae and fungi.

Answer 1

Algae and Fungi:

1. Algae are autotrophic and have chlorophyll and perform photosynthesis.
2. Fungi are heterotrophic and they feed on dead and decaying organic matter.

Difference:

S.no.	Algae	Fungi
1	The word “Alga” means “Seaweed”	The word “Fungus” means “Sponge”
2	Algae are grouped in the kingdom Plantae.	2. In the five-kingdom classification by Whittaker, fungi were placed in a separate kingdom .
3	Autotrophic mode of nutrition.	3. Heterotrophic mode of nutrition.
4	They are not parasitic, have chlorophyll and make their own food by photosynthesis.	4. Some of the fungi are parasite.