Which of the following algal groups has no motile stage?
A
Red
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B
Green
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C
Brown
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D
Yellow
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Solution
The correct option is A Red
Red algae (Rhodophyceae) are characterized by the absence of any motile phase.
Brown algae (Pheophyceae) are characterized by the presence of motile reproductive phase with two lateral flagella.
Green algae are characterized by unicellular flagellated cells or microscopic colonies of flagellated or non-flagellated cells and reproduce by zoospores.