Question

In the life cycle of which group flagellated cells are not formed
A) Chlorophyceae
B) Phaeophyceae
C) Rhodophyceae
D) Both (b) and (c)

Answer 1

correct answer is C.

Answer 2

In the life cycle of Rhodophyceae flagellated cells are not formed.

• Rhodophyceae is a class of algae that is also known as red algae.
• In this class, the reproductive cells of the algae are non flagellated and pear-shaped which is also called pyriform shaped.
• Rhodophyceae is also known for having Complex post-fertilization development.
• As flagella are absent the movement of the sperm takes place by water currents towards the egg.