Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 431

Question: Which of the following statements is correct for both blue-green algae and bacteria?

Options:

A) Both show anaerobic respiration.

B) Both have chlorophyll pigment.

C) Both are devoid of true nucleus.

D) None of the above

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Cyanobacterial cells (blue-green algal cells) are larger and more elaborate than bacteria.

In both the organisms, the cell structure is typically prokaryotic type, one envelope organisation with peptidoglycan wall, naked DNA Blue-green algae have chlorophyll, bacteria is devoid of chlorophyll.