Protist (Algae) Flashcards
What are the Characteristics of an Algae (Plant-Like Protist)
- Unicellular/Multicellular
- Has photosynthesis Pigment in Chloroplast (Autotroph)
- Has cell wall made from different substances
- If Multicellular then body consists of Thallus
- Lives in water
- Asexual reproduction by fragmentation
Algae’s are divided based on their…
Pigment
What are the four types of Algae’s
- Chlorophyta
- Phaeophyta
- Rhodophyta
- Chrysophyta
What are the characteristics of a Chlorophyta
- They are the Green Algae
- Unicellular/Multicellular
- Pigment: Chlorophyll
- Lives in both fresh water and salt water
Examples of Chlorophyta
- Volvox (Unicellular)
- Ulva (Multicellular)
What are the characteristics of a Phaeophyta
- They are the Brown Algae
- All Multicellular
- Pigment: Fucoxanthin
- Lives in Salt Water
Example of Phaeophyta
Kelp. Turbinaria
What are the characteristics of a Rhodophyta
- They are the Red Algae
- All Multicellular
- Pigment: Phycoerytrin
- Lives in Salty water (Mostly deep water)
Example of Rhodophyta
Porphyrea
What are the characteristics of a Chrysophyta
- They are the Golden Algae
- All Unicellular
- Pigment: Carotenoid
- Lives in freshwater
Example of Chrysophyta
Navicula
What is the first part of Algae Blooming
Entrance of Nitrogen to the water
What is the second part of Algae Blooming
Algae reproduces Uncontrollably because of the nitrogen
What is the third part of Algae Blooming
Blocking the sunlight, causing the water plants to not able to do photosynthesis
What is the fourth part of Algae Blooming
Blocking the diffusion of CO2 and O2 into the water
