Describe the various types of sexual reproduction observed in algae.

1.	Describe the various types of sexual reproduction observed in algae.
Answer» Sexual reproduction in algae are of three type: 1. Isogamy: Fusion of morphologically and Physiologically similar gametes E.g. Ulothrix. 2. Anisogamy: Fusion of either morphologically or physiologically dissimilar gametes E.g. Pandorina 3. Oogamy: Fusion of both morphologically and physiologically dissimilar gametes. E.g. Sargassum. The life cycle shows distinct alternation of generation.

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Sexual reproduction in algae are of three type:

1. Isogamy: Fusion of morphologically and Physiologically similar gametes

E.g. Ulothrix.

2. Anisogamy: Fusion of either morphologically or physiologically dissimilar gametes

E.g. Pandorina

3. Oogamy: Fusion of both morphologically and physiologically dissimilar gametes.

E.g. Sargassum.

The life cycle shows distinct alternation of generation.

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