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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Learning Objectives: What are Heterocysts? Structure of Heterocyst, Development of Heterocyst, Functions of Heterocyst, Mechanism of Nitrogen Fixation in the Heterocyst. In the previous post, we discussed the General Characteristics of Cyanobacteria and the Structure of Carboxysomes. Here we will see the Structure and Functions of Heterocyst – a unique […]
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Carboxysomes Learning objectives: What are Carboxysomes? Structure and Functions of Carboxysomes. Types of Carboxysomes. Applications of Carboxysomes in Biotechnology and Synthetic Biology In the previous post, we discussed the General Characteristics of Cyanobacteria. Cyanobacteria use the energy of sunlight to drive photosynthesis. The fixation of CO2 is a prime event […]
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General Characteristics of Cyanobacteria / Blue Green Algae (BGA) Learning Objectives: What are Cyanobacteria or Blue Green Algae? What is Great Oxygenation Event? Cyanobacteria vs True Algae, What are Cyanotoxins? Thallus Diversity of Cyanobacteria, Cell Structure of Cyanobacteria, Reproduction in Cyanobacteria, Heterocyst and Hormogonia, Carbon Fixation by Blue Green Algae, […]
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