Oedogonium is a genus of filamentous green algae found in freshwater habitats. Characterized by unbranched filaments and reproductive structures called oogonia, these algae play ecological roles in aquatic ecosystems and serve as a model for studying algal reproduction and growth. This is an MCQ on Oedogonium Structure, Reproduction and Life […]
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MCQ on Algae (Phycology)
Algae are diverse, photosynthetic organisms found in water bodies. Ranging from microscopic to large seaweeds, they produce oxygen, serve as food for various aquatic life, and hold ecological importance due to their role in nutrient cycling. This an MCQ on Algae. Botany Notes | Botany PPTs | Botany MCQs <<< […]
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Polysiphonia: Thallus Structure, Reproduction, Post Fertilization Changes and Life Cycle
Polysiphonia Polysiphonia- Systematic Position Division: Rhodophyta Class: Rhodophyceae Order: Ceramiales Family: Ceramiaceae Distribution of Polysiphonia Ø Polysiphonia is marine red algae belongs to the class Rhodophyceae. Ø They are abundantly present in the Atlantic Coasts of America. Ø Polysiphonia platycarpa is present in the Indian coastal regions. Ø Polysiphonia violacea is […]
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Algae- General Characters (with PPT)
“The life of the planet began the long, slow process of modulating and regulating the physical conditions of the planet. The oxygen in today’s atmosphere is almost entirely the result of photosynthetic living, which had its start with the appearance of blue-green algae among the microorganisms” Lewis Thomas, 1984 What […]
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