Which among the following algae is used as a single cell protein?

Spirulina

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Nostoc

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Ulothrix

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Spirogyra

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Solution

The correct option is A Spirulina
Spirulina is an algae of great importance, as it has a high amount of proteins and is also used by space travellers as food supplement. It is used as a single celled protein.

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