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NEET Botany Algae Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): Algae are classified under the plant kingdom due to their autotrophic nature.

Reason (R): Cyanobacteria, also referred to as blue-green algae, are included in the plant kingdom.

A

Both A and R are true, and R explains A.

B

Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.

C

A is true, but R is false.

D

A is false, and R is true.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Algae are classified under the plant kingdom due to their chlorophyll-bearing, autotrophic nature. However, cyanobacteria are not classified as algae anymore, as they have been excluded from the Plantae kingdom.

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