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No, it isn't! Seaweed is a type of algae. Algae lack the traits used to classify plants as terrestrial: cuticle, stomata, roots, vascular tissue, or leaves Plants use cellulose with lignin in cell walls (Algae lack a cell wall or have different components like agar or alginic acids mixed with cellulose.) Algae also have little sexual reproduction and do not have a multicellular embryo like the plants have.
All algae have sperm as the motile form in their life cycle. The majority of plants have lost this trait and use pollen not sperm.
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What accounts for the similarity between seaweeds and plants?
Plants are the ancestors of seaweeds. Convergent evolution caused their similarity. Both evolved from brown algae. Seaweeds are the ancestors of plants. Seaweeds are aquatic plants.
Are seaweeds a plant?
Seaweeds are not plants it is a type of algae
The difference between seaweeds and plants?
Seaweeds are not plants. They are protists. They differ from plants in that they lack vascular tissues (xylem and phloem), they have holdfasts instead of roots, and their cells do not have all of the plant characteristics.
Why is seaweed no longer classified a plant?
Seaweeds were once thought to be plants because according to greek thinker Aristotle, all the organisms which don't move are plants. As seaweeds don't move so they were thought to be plants. Moreover seaweeds also contain chlorophyll in them and perform photosynthesis.
What substances can plants grow in?
In water like the seaweeds.
What ocean plants are in the ocean?
Small single celled plants called 'phytoplankton', seaweeds and sea grasses.
Why seaweeds are not a plant?
sea weeds also plants grouped under algae
What marine plants are included in the comprehensive marine plants list?
The comprehensive marine plants list includes various types of seaweeds, seagrasses, and algae.
What animals live around the Colorado river?
=There are Seaweeds, and many other diffrent types of plants=
Which woody plants grow the largest?
Perhaps the large seaweeds (algae), but maybe the Banana if you're seeking terrestrial plants.
What are the basic need for seaweed?
You know, I was wondering the same thing! Except in my school project, I need to know seaweeds abiotic needs. Any suggestions? 2. Algae were the first plants to use photosynthesis, which has proved to be a hit. The Latin word for seaweed was algae. seaweeds come in red, brown and green. It is thought that the green seaweeds are the origin of all plants. Seaweeds need water and a small amount of nutrients, and sunlight. they are VERY fast growing in the right conditions.
What are mushrooms and seaweeds?
Mushrooms are fungi that come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, and are known for their unique earthy flavor. Seaweeds are marine algae that grow in the ocean and are rich in nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Both mushrooms and seaweeds can be incorporated into a variety of dishes for their health benefits and umami taste.
