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In which environments are chrysophytes typically found?
BiologyBiological ClassificationNEET
Options:
  • A Fresh water only
  • B Marine environments only
  • C Both fresh water and marine environments
  • D brackish water
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Both fresh water and marine environments
Chrysophytes, which include diatoms and golden algae (desmids), can be found in both fresh water and marine environments. They are microscopic and float passively in water currents (plankton).

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