Which one of the following is representing the group of diatoms?

Correct answer: A. Pinnularia, Navicula, Cymbella, Melosira

  • A. Pinnularia, Navicula, Cymbella, Melosira
  • B. Euglenamorpha, Hedneria , Heteronema, Colacium
  • C. Nostoc, Anabaena, Aulosira, Cylindrospermum
  • D. Cochlodinium, Gymnodinium, Lenodinium, Peridinium

Explanation

Pinnularia, Navicula, Cymbella and Melosira are all recognised diatom genera. The other groups contain euglenoids, cyanobacteria or dinoflagellates, so the trap is grouping aquatic microorganisms together without checking their classification.

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