Chapter 22, Problem 14STP

Summary Introduction

To write: The three characteristics of ancient algae that enabled them to survive and can be found in all plants today.

Introduction:Plants are essential to our survival. It provides us oxygen, food, and many things such as furniture, homes, clothing, etc., which makes our lives comfortable. Scientists describe plants as multicellular eukaryotes with organs and tissues that have specific structures and functions.

Explanation of Solution

When biologists compare present-day plants with ancient algae which helps the plant to survive in drought. The three characteristics are-

• The cell wall is made up of cellulose.
• The formation of cell plate presents in the cell division.
• The same kind of chlorophyll used in the process of photosynthesis