Identify the algae known for a biological activity called bio-luminescence.

Spirogyra

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Chlorella

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Cyclotella

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A None of the above
Noctiluca scintillans is bioluminescent phytoplankton. The bioluminescence is the property of emitting light produced by a series of oxidation reactions set off by a catalyst called luciferase.
A. Spirogyra is a green alga that shows fragmentation property.
B. Chlorella is also a green alga.
C. Cyclotella is a diatom.
Hence, the correct answer is 'None of the above'.

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