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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Chlorophyll C is found in
Options
A all eucaryotic phototrophs
B Green algae
C Golden brown algae
Correct Answer
D Blue-green algae
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Chlorophyll c is an accessory pigment found in certain groups of algae, including golden-brown algae (like diatoms and dinoflagellates) and brown algae. It is not found in green algae (which have a and b) or blue-green algae (cyanobacteria), which have chlorophyll a and phycobilins.

Hint

Which group of algae, often found in marine environments, uses chlorophyll c?

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