MCQ
Alga rich in protein is:
  • A
    Chlorella
  • B
    Spirogyra
  • C
    Oscillatoria
  • D
    Ulothrix

Answer

  1. Chlorella

Explanation:

Chlorella is a fresh water, single - celled algae, that grows in fresh water.

Chlorella emerged over 2 billion years ago, and was the first form of a plant with a well - defined nucleus.

It is a potential food source because it is high in protein and other essential nutrients; when dried, it is about 45% protein, 20% fat, 20% carbohydrate, 5% fibre and 10% minerals and vitamins.

It is also abundant in calories and vitamins.

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