The Function of a Holdfast Present in Some Species of Brown

question 36

Multiple Choice

The function of a holdfast present in some species of brown algae is to

• A) anchor the alga to rocks on the bottom of the ocean.
• B) absorb nutrients from the ocean bottom and conduct them to the upper portions of the thallus.
• C) carry out photosynthesis.
• D) buoyed up the thallus so that it can get light for photosynthesis.
• E) all of the above are functions of a holdfast.

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