What are Algae?
Algae are eukaryotic organisms that have the ability to conduct photosynthesis. They are independently living organisms found in water bodies and can be unicellular or multicellular. They are considered primitive to plants.
What is the Structure of Algae?
- Algae have a well-defined organelle
- They possess chlorophyll pigments which enable them to perform photosynthesis. So, they are Autotrophic in
- They possess a proper cell
- Their body is not divided into roots, stems, and leaves. They show an undifferentiated mass of cells that make their entire body called the Thallus.
- They are located near water or floating on the water surface.
Mass of undifferentiated cells
Thallus
Why is Algae Important?
There are several important products that we obtain from algae. These products are not only economically important but also beneficial for our health.
For example, diatoms are the preferred source for biofuels.
Summary
| Algae | Algae are eukaryotic organisms that have the ability to conduct photosynthesis. They are considered primitive to plants. |
| Structure of Algae | Well-defined organelle system with a cell wall
Autotrophic in nature Their body is an undifferentiated mass of cells called Thallus. |
| Importance of Algae | Diatoms are the preferred source for biofuels. |
Did you know?
Water in a stagnant water body usually turns green in color due to Algae.