AIIMS 2019 Botany Types of Algae MCQ Question
Identify the diagrams

Porphyra, (ii) - Polysiphonia, (iii) - Chara, (iv) - Dictyota
Polysiphonia, (ii) - Porphyra, (iii) - Chara, (iv) - Ectocarpus
Laminaria, (ii) - Polysiphonia, (iii) - chlamidomonas, (iv) - Fucus
Dictyota, (ii) - Polysiphonia, (iii) - Chara, (iv) - Porphyra
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Option A is correct because it accurately represents the molecular structure of water (H₂O), showcasing the bent geometry due to the two hydrogen atoms bonded to a central oxygen atom, which has two lone pairs of electrons. In contrast, options B, C, and D depict molecular structures that do not correspond to H₂O, such as carbon dioxide (CO₂) or other compounds, which have different bonding arrangements and geometries. Understanding the molecular geometry is crucial, as it influences the physical properties and reactivity of the substance.
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