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In Ulothrix, the cell contains...

In Ulothrix, the cell contains

A

A chloroplast with many pyrenoids

B

A chloroplast with a few pyrenoids

C

A few chloroplasts with a few pyrenoids

D

Many chloroplasts with a few pyrenoids.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Organism**: The question refers to Ulothrix, which is a filamentous green alga. 2. **Understand the Structure of the Cell**: Each cell of Ulothrix contains a distinct nucleus and a large central vacuole. 3. **Examine the Chloroplast**: Ulothrix has a single large and thin chloroplast in each cell. 4. **Identify the Pyrenoids**: The chloroplast in Ulothrix contains a few pyrenoids. Specifically, there are about 13 pyrenoids associated with the chloroplast. 5. **Function of Pyrenoids**: The pyrenoids are responsible for starch storage within the chloroplast. 6. **Evaluate the Options**: Given the information, the correct answer is that Ulothrix has a chloroplast with a few pyrenoids. 7. **Select the Correct Answer**: Therefore, the correct option is **B: a chloroplast with a few pyrenoids**.
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