What is the reason for the red color of Rhodophyceae?
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Correct answer: Predominance of r-phycoerythrin
Red algae appear red because of the abundance of the pigment r-phycoerythrin in their bodies. This pigment allows them to absorb blue light, which penetrates deeper into the ocean.
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