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Biology Biological Classification Kingdom–Plantae, Animalia and Algae Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 21, 2026

Blue - green algae resembles more closely to:-

Green Algae

Brown Algae

Red Algae and bacteria

Slime molds

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Blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria) resemble bacteria because they are prokaryotic and lack a true nucleus.

They also resemble red algae due to the presence of phycobilin pigments like phycocyanin.

Hence, the closest resemblance is with red algae and bacteria.

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