Question

Write a note on the economic importance of algae?

Answer 1

Algae :

1. Algae include a large group of eukaryotic, photosynthetic life forms.
2. Habitat distribution is determined by their pigment.

Economic importance of algae:

Food source

1. Healthy source of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and vitamins A, B, C, and E.
2. Used as food supplements.
3. Marine algae such as Porphyra, Sargassum, and Laminaria.

Medicines

1. Algae like Coralline is used to treat infections caused by worms.

Biological indicator

1. Algae like Euglena and Chlorella help in checking water pollution.

Pisciculture

1. In fish farming, algae help in the production process.