Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Identify the alga that is NOT a marine algae.

Options:

Sargassum

Porphyra

Chlorella

Laminaria

Correct Answer:

Chlorella

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - Chlorella

  1. Sargassum:
    • Type: Brown Algae
    • Habitat: Primarily marine
    • Explanation: Sargassum is a marine brown alga commonly found in the ocean. It often forms floating masses, such as the Sargasso Sea.
  2. Porphyra:
    • Type: Red Algae
    • Habitat: Primarily marine
    • Explanation: Porphyra, also known as nori, is a red alga commonly found in marine environments. It is often used in the production of seaweed sheets for culinary purposes.
  3. Chlorella:
    • Type: Green Algae
    • Habitat: Both freshwater and marine
    • Explanation: Chlorella is a green alga that can be found in various environments, including freshwater and some marine habitats. It is known for its high chlorophyll content.
  4. Laminaria:
    • Type: Brown Algae
    • Habitat: Primarily marine
    • Explanation: Laminaria is a marine brown alga commonly found in colder seawater. It is often referred to as kelp and forms underwater kelp forests.

In summary, while Sargassum and Laminaria are primarily marine algae, Porphyra is also marine, and Chlorella can be found in both freshwater and marine environments.