Iodine is obtained from the members of

blue-green algae

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red algae

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green algae

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brown algae

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The correct option is D brown algae
Iodine is obtained from Laminaria which is a brown alga. Brown algae are used in treating iodine deficiency. Also, they are a part of the diet in Japan, China and Korea.

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Iodine is obtained from the members of

The correct option is D brown algae Iodine is obtained from Laminaria which is a brown alga. Brown algae are used in treating iodine deficiency. Also, they are a part of the diet in Japan, China and Korea.

The correct option is D brown algae
Iodine is obtained from Laminaria which is a brown alga. Brown algae are used in treating iodine deficiency. Also, they are a part of the diet in Japan, China and Korea.