Chapter 12, Problem 13CT

Summary Introduction

To answer:

Prototheca is colorless but they are green algae.

Introduction:

Prototheca is green algae which are grouped under division Chlorophyta; these algae do not contain chlorophyll pigments. Hence they are colorless. Prototheca is parasitic in nature as they have fortified their photosynthesis. These algae cause a disease called as protothecosis found in dogs, cattle, animals, and even humans.