Question

Chlamydomonas, which is a chlorophyte, undergoes a ____________ life cycle common to algae. In favorable conditions, it reproduces ____________ via ____________ , while in unfavorable conditions, it reproduces ____________ , producing a zygospore which undergoes a period of dormancy until conditions improve.

Answer 1

Answer: (a) Haploid (b) asexually (c) mitosis (d) sexually.

Explanation: Chlamydomonas which is a chlorophyte, undergoes a Haploid life cycle common to algae. In favorable conditions, it reproduces Asexually via Mitosis, while in unfavorable conditions, it reproduces Sexually , producing a zygospore which undergoes a period of dormancy until improved conditions.