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Select incorret option w.r.t. BGA and bacteria

A

Both are prokaryote

B

BGA is not motile in any stage of life but bacteria can be

C

Heterocyst are formed in few BGA for nitrogen fixation and it is not formed in bacteria

D

BGA and bacteria both can be autotrophic and heterotrophic

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To solve the question regarding the incorrect option with respect to Blue Green Algae (BGA) and bacteria, we will analyze each statement provided in the options. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding BGA and Bacteria**: - Blue Green Algae (BGA), also known as cyanobacteria, are photosynthetic prokaryotes. They can perform photosynthesis like plants. - Bacteria are a diverse group of prokaryotic microorganisms, which can be either autotrophic (self-feeding) or heterotrophic (feeding on others). 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1**: "Both are prokaryotes." - This statement is **true**. Both BGA and bacteria are classified as prokaryotes. - **Option 2**: "Blue green algae is not motile in any stage of life, but bacteria can be." - This statement is **true**. BGA typically do not have motility, while many bacteria can move using flagella. - **Option 3**: "Heterocysts are formed in few BGA for nitrogen fixation and it is not formed in bacteria." - This statement is **true**. Heterocysts are specialized cells in some BGA that fix nitrogen, and they are not found in bacteria. - **Option 4**: "Blue green algae and bacteria both can be autotrophic and heterotrophic." - This statement is **incorrect**. BGA are primarily autotrophic (photosynthetic), while many bacteria are heterotrophic. They cannot both be classified as such simultaneously. 3. **Conclusion**: - The incorrect option regarding BGA and bacteria is **Option 4**. ### Final Answer: The incorrect option with respect to BGA and bacteria is **Option 4**: "Blue green algae and bacteria both can be autotrophic and heterotrophic." ---
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