Golden algae are also known as___________?

Correct answer: A. Chrysophyta

  • A. Chrysophyta
  • B. Phaeophyta
  • C. Pyrrophyta
  • D. Rhodophyta

Explanation

Golden algae are classified in Chrysophyta, and their golden colour is associated with carotenoid pigments such as fucoxanthin. Students may choose Phaeophyta because brown algae also contain fucoxanthin, but their characteristic colour and group name are different. The submitted key matches.

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