The Red Color of Red Algae Is Due to the Pigment

question 13

Multiple Choice

The red color of red algae is due to the pigment

• A)phycoerythrin.
• B)chlorophyll c.
• C)fucoxanthin.
• D)carotene.
• E)xanthophyll.

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Definitions:

Glycolytic Energy System

A pathway for energy production that breaks down glucose for immediate energy, producing ATP anaerobically during high-intensity activities.

Glycolytic Energy System

A metabolic pathway that processes glucose for energy, significant during short-term, high-intensity exercises.

ATP-CP Energy System

A rapid energy-producing system that uses adenosine triphosphate and creatine phosphate to generate energy for short, explosive activities.

Aerobic Energy System

The system in the body that relies on oxygen for the production of energy, primarily supporting activities of long duration.