Green Algae (Chlorophyta) consists of a diverse range of photosynthetic organisms in different habitats like freshwater and marine ecosystems. They display a distinctive green hue owing to the presence of chlorophyll a and b which are essential for photosynthesis. Green algae contribute to the production of oxygen in the aquatic ecosystem and act as the foundation for the majority of aquatic food webs.
Characteristic Features of Green Algae (Chlorophyta)
- Green algae have different morphological forms such as unicellular, colonial, filamentous, or multicellular. Their cell membrane is mainly…
