Question

Laminaria and Fucus are examples of

• A. Red Algae
• B. Brown algae
• C. Green algae
• D. Blue-green algae

Answer 1

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.