Question
An alga which can be employed as food for human being is
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Ulothrix
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Chlorella
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Spirogyra
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Polysiphonia
Solution
B.
Chlorella
Chlorella is an attractive potential food source new-a -days: because it is high in protein and other essential nutrients. When dried, it contains about 45% protein, 20% fat, 20% carbohydrates 5% fibre and 10% minerals along with vitamins. It mainly used as a food supplement for astronauts.
