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What is the maximum water depth at which stoneworts generally prefer to live?
What is the maximum water depth at which stoneworts generally prefer to live?
- 5 meters
- 30 meters
- 20 meters
- 10 meters (correct)
There are over 400 species of stoneworts worldwide.
There are over 400 species of stoneworts worldwide.
True (A)
Which factor significantly affects the water quality and health of stoneworts?
Which factor significantly affects the water quality and health of stoneworts?
- Soil type
- Water temperature
- Presence of metals (correct)
- Light availability
What are the five genera of stoneworts found in the UK?
What are the five genera of stoneworts found in the UK?
Stoneworts acquire their common name from their stony external texture due to __________.
Stoneworts acquire their common name from their stony external texture due to __________.
Stoneworts primarily thrive in nutrient-depleted conditions.
Stoneworts primarily thrive in nutrient-depleted conditions.
Match the following genera of stoneworts with their habitat preferences:
Match the following genera of stoneworts with their habitat preferences:
What are the two types of reproductive structures found in stoneworts?
What are the two types of reproductive structures found in stoneworts?
What factor primarily threatens the populations of stoneworts?
What factor primarily threatens the populations of stoneworts?
Stoneworts can exhibit plasticity of morphology due to variations in habitat and water quality, showing differing ______ according to their environment.
Stoneworts can exhibit plasticity of morphology due to variations in habitat and water quality, showing differing ______ according to their environment.
Stoneworts have true leaves and roots.
Stoneworts have true leaves and roots.
Which of the following species is likely to thrive in deeper, hypoxic conditions?
Which of the following species is likely to thrive in deeper, hypoxic conditions?
Stoneworts are considered pioneer species that colonize newly dug ponds.
Stoneworts are considered pioneer species that colonize newly dug ponds.
What type of environments do stoneworts inhabit?
What type of environments do stoneworts inhabit?
The darkening of oospores post-fertilization indicates that __________ has occurred.
The darkening of oospores post-fertilization indicates that __________ has occurred.
Match the following stonewort characteristics with their descriptions:
Match the following stonewort characteristics with their descriptions:
What are the propagules produced in some species for vegetative reproduction called?
What are the propagules produced in some species for vegetative reproduction called?
Stoneworts are less sensitive to water quality compared to other aquatic plants.
Stoneworts are less sensitive to water quality compared to other aquatic plants.
What is the maximum concentration of copper in open water that affects stonewort survival?
What is the maximum concentration of copper in open water that affects stonewort survival?
Stoneworts are important for enhancing water clarity by reducing _____ rates.
Stoneworts are important for enhancing water clarity by reducing _____ rates.
Match the following elements with their maximum concentration limits affecting stoneworts:
Match the following elements with their maximum concentration limits affecting stoneworts:
Which of the following pollutants are stoneworts particularly sensitive to?
Which of the following pollutants are stoneworts particularly sensitive to?
Salinity has no effect on the growth and photosynthetic function of stoneworts.
Salinity has no effect on the growth and photosynthetic function of stoneworts.
What role do stoneworts play in stabilizing sediments?
What role do stoneworts play in stabilizing sediments?
What is one of the primary aims of conservation or restoration of habitats?
What is one of the primary aims of conservation or restoration of habitats?
Dykes and gravel pits require the same conservation methods.
Dykes and gravel pits require the same conservation methods.
What type of habitat is primarily mentioned as benefiting molluscs and invertebrates?
What type of habitat is primarily mentioned as benefiting molluscs and invertebrates?
The main male gamete in aquatic plants is known as an __________.
The main male gamete in aquatic plants is known as an __________.
Match the terms with their definitions:
Match the terms with their definitions:
What successful method was identified at Eye Green for conservation?
What successful method was identified at Eye Green for conservation?
All plants mentioned are monoecious, producing both male and female gametangia on the same plant.
All plants mentioned are monoecious, producing both male and female gametangia on the same plant.
What does 'benthic' refer to?
What does 'benthic' refer to?
What is the primary function of rhizoids in charophyte plants?
What is the primary function of rhizoids in charophyte plants?
Desmids are primarily found in saltwater environments.
Desmids are primarily found in saltwater environments.
What are the two main photosynthetic pigments found in desmids?
What are the two main photosynthetic pigments found in desmids?
Desmids have two pronounced lobes that are connected by an __________.
Desmids have two pronounced lobes that are connected by an __________.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Study Notes
Stoneworts
- Stoneworts are complex algae found in freshwater or brackish habitats
- They have a stony texture due to calcium carbonate deposits
- Stoneworts are closely related to land plants
- There are over 400 species worldwide, and approximately 30 species in the UK
- Stonewort populations have declined significantly due to habitat loss and pollution
- Seven species are listed as threatened or endangered in the UK
- Stoneworts lack true leaves and roots, instead they have branchlets arranged in whorls around the stem and rhizoids for anchoring
- Stoneworts have large cells, with each branchlet, rhizoid and internode being one cell thick
- Nutrient uptake is mainly through direct transport from the water
- They are sensitive to water quality, specifically the presence of metals
- They also have a high sensitivity to competition from filamentous algae
- Stoneworts are pioneer species and often colonize newly formed water bodies
- They are important for enhancing water clarity, stabilizing sediments, and providing habitats for various aquatic organisms
- Conservation methods include reducing nutrient input, removing sediments, and controlling competitive vegetation.
Desmids
- Desmids are green algae considered to be one of the earliest evolved plants
- They contain chlorophyll a and b, store starch, and have cell walls made of cellulose
- Most desmids consist of two lobes connected by an isthmus
- Their name comes from the Greek word "desmos" meaning "bond"
- The nucleus is located within the isthmus, and each lobe contains a large chloroplast
- They are commonly found in freshwater habitats like peat bogs and ponds low in minerals
- Desmids are covered in slime which they secrete through pores in their walls
- Their slime coatings host bacteria that may be symbiotic.
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Explore the fascinating world of stoneworts, complex algae that play a crucial role in freshwater and brackish ecosystems. Learn about their unique characteristics, species diversity, and the environmental threats they face. This quiz will shed light on their ecological importance and sensitivity to water quality.
