Cell Structures in Algae (With Diagram)

In this article we will discuss about the cell structures in algae with the help of diagrams. I. Cell Wall: Cell wall of most algae is cellulosic. It also contains hemicellulose, mucilage, pectin and other substances like alginic acid, fucoidin, fucin, calcium carbonate, silica etc. in different combi­nations in different groups of algae. Electron microscopic studies reveal that the cellulosic [...]