Question

What are merits of fritsch system of algal classification

Answer 1

There is three main Algae classification: Chlorophyceae – These are called green algae, due to the presence of pigments chlorophyll a and b. Examples are Chlamydomonas, Spirogyra, and Chara. Phaeophyceae – Also called as brown algae, they are predominantly marine.

Nuclear Organization: On the basis of nuclear organization algae can be prokaryotic or eukaryotic.