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Found only in freshwater
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Chief producers in the oceans
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Microscopic and move actively in water bodies
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Mostly parasitic in nature

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Correct option is B

Chrysophytes include diatoms and golden algae (desmids). They are found in freshwater as well as in marine environments. They are the chief ‘producers’ in the oceans. They are microscopic and float passively in water currents (plankton). Most of them are photosynthetic.


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