Question

Mention any four characteristics of algae.

Answer 1

Algae:

1. They are defined as a group of aquatic, photosynthetic, and nucleus-bearing organisms that do not have true roots, stems, leaves, and specialized multicellular reproductive structures of plants.
2. Example: Ulothrix (green algae), Polysiphonia (red algae) and Sargassum (brown algae).

Some characteristics of algae are given below -

1. Algae belong to the phylum Thallophyta.
2. They are photosynthetic organisms.
3. They can be either unicellular or multicellular organisms.
4. They lack a well-defined body.
5. These are found where there is adequate moisture.