Question

Which among the following is incorrect about Ulothrea?

(a) Ulothrea is a multicellular filamentous algae

(b) Ulothrea contains three different sets of cells i.e. apical, basal and lateral cells

(c) Apical cells are rounded at one end whereas basal cells are elongated at one end

(d) Every cell contains chlorophyll in them

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This interesting question is from Plant Kingdom in portion Plant Kingdom of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

The correct choice is (d) Every cell contains chlorophyll in them

Explanation: Ulothrea are multicellular filamentous algal.  Ulothrea contains three different sets of cells i.e. apical, basal and lateral cells. Apical cells are rounded at one end whereas basal cells are elongated at one end. Every cell contains chlorophyll except basal cell contains chlorophyll in them.