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Where do almost all algae primarily live?
Where do almost all algae primarily live?
What percentage of all the photosynthesis on earth is carried out by algae?
What percentage of all the photosynthesis on earth is carried out by algae?
What is the term used to characterize filamentous algae that grow predominantly in shallow areas in lakes and ponds?
What is the term used to characterize filamentous algae that grow predominantly in shallow areas in lakes and ponds?
In which of the following habitats can algae be found?
In which of the following habitats can algae be found?
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Which of the following is true about the reproduction of algae?
Which of the following is true about the reproduction of algae?
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Algae are non-vascular, primitive plants with true roots, leaves, and stem
Algae are non-vascular, primitive plants with true roots, leaves, and stem
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Algae primarily reproduce through embryos or seeds
Algae primarily reproduce through embryos or seeds
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Almost all algae are aquatic
Almost all algae are aquatic
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Metaphyton is a term used to characterize filamentous algae in deep areas of oceans
Metaphyton is a term used to characterize filamentous algae in deep areas of oceans
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Epiphytic algae grow in aquatic vegetation (Macrophytes)
Epiphytic algae grow in aquatic vegetation (Macrophytes)
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Study Notes
Habitat of Algae
- Almost all algae primarily live in aquatic environments
Photosynthetic Contribution
- Algae carry out approximately 70-80% of all the photosynthesis on earth
Characterization of Algae
- Filamentous algae that grow predominantly in shallow areas in lakes and ponds are characterized as metaphyton
- Epiphytic algae grow in aquatic vegetation (Macrophytes)
Habitats of Algae
- Algae can be found in various habitats, including aquatic environments
Reproduction of Algae
- Algae primarily reproduce through a method other than embryos or seeds
- Almost all algae are aquatic and non-vascular, lacking true roots, leaves, and stems
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Test your knowledge about the characteristics and habitat of algae, the photosynthetic protists that play a significant role in the Earth's photosynthesis. Learn about their reproductive strategies and non-vascular, primitive plant features.
