Brown algal characteristics: which statement is not true?a) The brown colour of brown algae is caused by chlorophyll cb) The blade of kelps is used for support of the whole algac) The blade of the kelps is used for photosynthesis, nutrient uptakeand photosynthesisd) Kelps reproduce by sexual and asexual reproduction PTO
Question
Brown algal characteristics: which statement is not true?a) The brown colour of brown algae is caused by chlorophyll cb) The blade of kelps is used for support of the whole algac) The blade of the kelps is used for photosynthesis, nutrient uptakeand photosynthesisd) Kelps reproduce by sexual and asexual reproduction PTO
Solution
The statement that is not true is: b) The blade of kelps is used for support of the whole alga.
The blade of kelps, while it does provide some structural integrity, is primarily used for photosynthesis and nutrient uptake, as stated in option c. The stipe and holdfast of the kelp are the main structures that provide support.
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