Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on the Organization of Thalli in Algae:

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1. Question: What is the primary characteristic of the filamentous habit in algae?

   • A. Unicellularity
   • B. Multicellularity
   • C. Branched structure
   • D. Motile colonies
   • Answer: B
   • Explanation: Filamentous habits in algae are characterized by multicellular structures.

2. Question: Which type of algae has a prokaryotic cell organization?

   • A. Chlorophyceae
   • B. Rhodophyceae
   • C. Cyanophyceae
   • D. Phaeophyceae
   • Answer: C
   • Explanation: Cyanophyceae exhibit prokaryotic cell organization in algae.

3. Question: What is a coenobium in algae?

   • A. Motile colony
   • B. Unbranched filament
   • C. Definite-shaped colony
   • D. Non-motile colony
   • Answer: C
   • Explanation: A coenobium is a colony with a definite shape, such as in Volvox.

4. Question: What is the primary composition of the cell wall in prokaryotic algae?

   • A. Cellulose
   • B. Mucopeptide
   • C. Pectin
   • D. Chitin
   • Answer: B
   • Explanation: The cell wall in prokaryotic algae is made up of mucopeptide.

5. Question: In which algae division is a simple motile unicell like Chlamydomonas found?

   • A. Rhodophyceae
   • B. Phaeophyceae
   • C. Chlorophyceae
   • D. Cyanophyceae
   • Answer: C
   • Explanation: Simple motile unicells are found in Chlorophyceae, like Chlamydomonas.

6. Question: What is the role of axonemes in flagella function?

   • A. Anchoring to the cell membrane
   • B. Generation of force for movement
   • C. Synthesis of ATP
   • D. Regulation of flagellar length
   • Answer: B
   • Explanation: Axonemes generate force for the beating and movement of flagella.

7. Question: What distinguishes isokont from heterokont flagella in algae?

   • A. Length of flagella
   • B. Number of flagella
   • C. Types of appendages
   • D. Arrangement of mastigonemes
   • Answer: B
   • Explanation: Isokont flagella have similar lengths, while heterokont flagella differ in length.

8. Question: In which algal class are the members known to have one whiplash and one tinsel flagellum?

   • A. Phaeophyceae
   • B. Chlorophyceae
   • C. Xanthophyceae
   • D. Cyanophyceae
   • Answer: A
   • Explanation: Phaeophyceae members have one whiplash and one tinsel flagellum.

9. Question: What powers the movement of prokaryotic flagella in bacteria?

   • A. ATP hydrolysis
   • B. proton motive force
   • C. Glucose metabolism
   • D. NADPH synthesis
   • Answer: B
   • Explanation: Proton motive force powers the rotational movement of prokaryotic flagella.

10. Question: What is the primary energy source for eukaryotic flagella movement?

    • A. Proton motive force
    • B. Glucose metabolism
    • C. ATP hydrolysis
    • D. NADPH synthesis
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Eukaryotic flagella movement is powered by ATP hydrolysis.

11. Question: Which part of the axoneme is responsible for the sliding movement between microtubule doublets in eukaryotic flagella?

    • A. Central fibrils
    • B. Dynein arms
    • C. Mastigonemes
    • D. Basal bodies
    • Answer: B
    • Explanation: Dynein arms are molecular motor proteins responsible for sliding movement in axonemes.

12. Question: What is the primary role of basal bodies in flagellar function?

    • A. Synthesis of ATP
    • B. Anchoring and organizing microtubules
    • C. Generation of force for movement
    • D. Formation of mastigonemes
    • Answer: B
    • Explanation: Basal bodies anchor and organize microtubules, providing support for flagellar growth and movement.

13. Question: In which algal class are flagella predominantly found with a "9+0" microtubule arrangement?

    • A. Chlorophyceae
    • B. Xanthophyceae
    • C. Rhodophyceae
    • D. Phaeophyceae
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Rhodophyceae algae typically have flagella with a "9+0" microtubule arrangement.

14. Question: What is the distinguishing feature of a stichonematic tinsel flagellum?

    • A. Mastigonemes on both sides
    • B. Terminal fibril
    • C. Two opposite rows of mastigonemes
    • D. Mastigonemes on one side only
    • Answer: D
    • Explanation: Stichonematic flagella have mastigonemes developing on one side only.

15. Question: Which algal class is characterized by a unicellular motile stage with equal-length whiplash flagella?

    • A. Cyanophyceae
    • B. Xanthophyceae
    • C. Chlorophyceae
    • D. Rhodophyceae
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Chlorophyceae members have a motile stage with two or four equal-length whiplash flagella.

16. Question: What is the primary composition of the cell wall in prokaryotic algae?

    • A. Cellulose
    • B. Mucopeptide
    • C. Pectin
    • D. Chitin
    • Answer: B
    • Explanation: The cell wall in prokaryotic algae is made up of mucopeptide.

17. Question: What is the main characteristic of tinsel flagella in algae?

    • A. Smooth surface
    • B. Covered with mastigonemes
    • C. Whip-like structure
    • D. No flagella present
    • Answer: B
    • Explanation: Tinsel flagella have a surface covered with fine hair-like appendages called mastigonemes.

18. Question: What is the distinguishing feature of a pantocronematic tinsel flagellum?

    • A. Mastigonemes on both sides
    • B. Terminal fibril
    • C. Two opposite rows of mastigonemes
    • D. Mastigonemes on one side only
    • Answer: B
    • Explanation: Pantocronematic flagella have a terminal fibril.

19. Question: What is the term for a colony with a definite shape in algae?

    • A. Isoknot
    • B. Heteroknot
    • C. Coenobium
    • D. Thallus
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: A colony with a definite shape is called a coenobium.

20. Question: In which algal class is a simple motile unicell like Chlamydomonas found?

    • A. Cyanophyceae
    • B. Xanthophyceae
    • C. Chlorophyceae
    • D. Rhodophyceae
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Chlorophyceae include simple motile unicells like Chlamydomonas.

21. Question: What is the role of dynein arms in flagellar movement?

    • A. Anchoring to the cell membrane
    • B. Synthesis of ATP
    • C. Sliding movement between microtubules
    • D. Formation of mastigonemes
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Dynein arms generate force by facilitating sliding movement between microtubule doublets in axonemes.

22. Question: What distinguishes pantonematic tinsel flagella from other types?

    • A. Mastigonemes on both sides
    • B. Terminal fibril
    • C. Two opposite rows of mastigonemes
    • D. Mastigonemes on one side only
    • Answer: C
    • Explanation: Pantonematic tinsel flagella have two opposite rows of mastigonemes.

23. Question: In which algal class are the members known for having non-motile colonies?

    • A. Phaeophyceae
    • B. Xanthophyceae
    • C. Chlorophyceae
    • D. Cyanophyceae
    • Answer: A
    • Explanation: Non-motile colonies are found in certain members of Phaeophyceae.

24. Question: What type of flagellum is characterized by a smooth surface?

    • A. Whiplash flagellum
    • B. Tinsel flagellum
    • C. Pantonematic Flagellum
    • D. Stichonematic Flagellum
    • Answer: A
    • Explanation: Whiplash flagella have a smooth surface.

25. Question: Which algal class is known for having one or a few flagella with a "9+2" microtubule arrangement?

    • A. Chlorophyceae
    • B. Xanthophyceae
    • C. Rhodophyceae
    • D. Phaeophyceae
    • Answer: A
    • Explanation: Chlorophyceae typically have one or a few flagella with a "9+2" microtubule arrangement.