Multiple choice

Which among the following is a red coloured alga characterised by the branches similar to the teeth of a comb?

  1. Nori

  2. Rhodolith

  3. Plocamium

  4. Claudea

  5. Coralline algae
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Explanation

Plocamium pacificum is a beautiful red alga that can be found in both intertidal and subtidal salt water habitats. It is dark red in color and has an elastic, rubbery feel to it. Its height can range from 4-25 cm. The branches are arranged to form a dense and delicate framework. All of the branches come off of the main axes in an alternate pattern. The branchlets are small and are arranged on the branches like the teeth of a comb.

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