CHAPTER 3 PLANT KINGDOM
1. What is the basis of classification of algae? Answer. Fritsch (1935), has classified algae considering phylogeny, affinities and inter-relationships of various forms. Algae are classified into three main classes – Chlorophyceae, Phaeophyceae, and Rhodophyceae. These divisions are based on the following factors:(a) Major photosynthetic pigments present(b) Form of stored food(c) Cell wall composition(d) Number of …