NEET Previous Year Question

Which one of the following statements is wrong?

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: A. Full step-by-step solution below.

  1. AAlgin is obtained from red algae, and carrageen an from brown algae
  2. BAgar-agar is obtained from Gelidium and Gracilaria
  3. CLaminaria and Sargassum are used as food
  4. DAlgae increase the level of dissolved oxygen in the immediate environment

Correct answer: A

Solution

(a) Wrong statement: Algin is from brown algae and carrageenan is from red algae (not vice versa).

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