In this article we will discuss about the thallus and cell structure of chara with the help of suitable diagrams. Thallus Structure of Chara: The thallus of Chara is branched, multicellular and macroscopic. The thallus is normally 20-30 cm. in height but often may be up to 90 cm to l m. Some species like C. hatei are small and [...]
The following points highlight the six main criterions on which modern concepts of classification of algae is based. The criterions are: 1. Nuclear Organization 2. Nature of Cell Wall Components 3. Pigmentation and Photosynthetic Apparatus 4. Nature of Reserve Food 5. Flagellation 6. Type of Life Cycle and Reproduction. Criteria # 1. Nuclear Organization: On the basis of nuclear organization [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Vaucheria 2. Thallus Structure of Vaucheria 3. Affinities. Occurrence of Vaucheria: Vaucheria is represented by 54 species of which about 19 species are found in India. Vaucheria is found mostly in fresh water but about six species are marine and some are terrestrial found on moist soil. The terrestrial species [...]