Question

Write a short note on Algae.

Answer 1

Algae:

1. Plant is thallus, not well-differentiated into root, stem, and leaves.
2. They are predominantly aquatic and also found where there is adequate moisture.
3. They are unicellular or multicellular and filamentous.
4. Reproduction in algae occurs in both asexual and sexual forms. Asexual reproduction occurs by spore formation.
5. They are photosynthetic in nature.
6. They are free-living, although some can form a symbiotic relationship with other organisms.
7. Example: Chlamydomonas, Chara