Most algal genera show haplontic lif cycle. Name an alga which is

(a) Haplo diplontic (b) Diplontic

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Solution

Haplo diplontic type of life cycle is exhibited by Ectocarpus, Polysiphonia and Kelps. Here, diploid saprophytic phase alternate with haploid gametophytic phase.

In Fucus, the main plant body is saprophytic and it shows diplontic type of life cycle.

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