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Rhodophyceae: Description, Characteristics and Classification

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Description of Rhodophyceae 2. Characteristics of Rhodophyceae 3. Classification. Description of Rhodophyceae (Red Algae): It is a large group of algae consisting of about 831 genera and over 5;250 species. They are commonly known as red algae due to the presence of a water soluble red pigment, r- phycoerythrin. The r-phycoerythrin is, [...]

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Polysiphonia: Occurrence, Features and Reproduction

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Polysiphonia 2. Plant Body of Polysiphonia 3. Cell Structure 4. Features 5. Reproduction 6. Life Cycle. Occurrence of Polysiphonia:     The genus Polysiphonia (Gr. poly — many; siphon — tube) is represented by more than 150 species, out of which about 16 species are reported from India. They grow in marine [...]

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