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Laminaria and Fucus are examples of


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Red Algae

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Brown algae

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Green algae

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Blue-green algae

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The correct option is B

Brown algae


Brown algae are the largest type of seaweed. Brown algae are in the phylum Phaeophyta, Examples of brown algae: kelp, rockweed (Fucus), Sargassum, Laminaria.

Red algae have its often brilliant colour due to the pigment phycoerythrin. Example of red algae: Irish moss, coralline algae, Chondrus.

Green algae may be found in marine or freshwater habitats, and some even thrive in moist soils. Examples of green algae: Sea lettuce.


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