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Gracilaria yields agar, carrageenin and related

A

Fats

B

Alkaloids

C

Phycocolloids

D

Proteins.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Organism**: The question mentions "Gracilaria," which is a type of red algae belonging to the Rhodophyceae class. 2. **Understand the Products**: Gracilaria is known for yielding substances such as agar and carrageenan. These are important products derived from this algae. 3. **Classify the Substances**: Agar and carrageenan are classified as phycocolloids. Phycocolloids are polysaccharides that are extracted from algae and are used in various applications. 4. **Evaluate the Options**: The options provided are fats, alkaloids, phycocolloids, and proteins. - Fats: Not related to Gracilaria. - Alkaloids: Not produced by Gracilaria. - Phycocolloids: Correct, as agar and carrageenan are phycocolloids. - Proteins: Not relevant in this context. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is "phycocolloids," as it directly relates to the substances yielded by Gracilaria. **Final Answer**: The correct option is **phycocolloids**. ---
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