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Select the incorrect match.

A

`{:("Algae","Use"),("Gelidium","Preparation of ice - creams and jellies"):}`

B

`{:("Algae","Use"),("Spirullina","Used as food suppliments by space travelers"):}`

C

`{:("Algae","Use"),("Chlorella","Used in cough syrups"):}`

D

`{:("Algae","Use"),("Brown algae","As emulsifying agent"):}`

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The correct Answer is:
To solve the question of selecting the incorrect match among the given options related to algae and their uses, we will analyze each option step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the First Option: Gelidium** - **Type of Algae**: Gelidium is a type of red algae belonging to the Rhodophyceae family. - **Use**: It is used in the preparation of ice creams and jellies. - **Conclusion**: This is a correct match. 2. **Identify the Second Option: Spirulina** - **Type of Algae**: Spirulina is a blue-green algae (cyanobacteria). - **Use**: It is rich in proteins and is used as a food supplement, notably by space travelers. - **Conclusion**: This is also a correct match. 3. **Identify the Third Option: Chlorella** - **Type of Algae**: Chlorella is a green algae. - **Use**: It is often used to prevent cancer and reduce side effects of radiation treatment, and it helps stimulate the immune system. - **Conclusion**: The statement that it is used in cough syrups is incorrect. Therefore, this is the incorrect match. 4. **Identify the Fourth Option: Brown Algae** - **Type of Algae**: Brown algae belong to the Phaeophyceae family. - **Use**: They are used as emulsifying agents and supplements. - **Conclusion**: This is a correct match. ### Final Conclusion: The incorrect match is the third option: Chlorella, as it is not used in cough syrups but rather for cancer prevention and immune system support. ### Answer: The incorrect match is **Chlorella used in cough syrups**. ---
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