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BOT 102 MORPHOLOGY OF NON-VASCULAR PLANTS Objective Question

Question

Besides chlorophyll a, what other pigments are mentioned as present in algae?
Options
A Xanthophylls and anthocyanins
B Carotenoids and phycobilins
Correct Answer
C Lignin and suberin
D Tannins and alkaloids
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 5, under "MORPHOLOGY OF ALGAE", lists: "Pigments include chlorophyll a (primary photosynthetic pigment), other chlorophylls, carotenoids, and phycobilins". These accessory pigments help capture a wider spectrum of light.

Hint

Check the section describing the pigments found in the morphology of algae on page 5.

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