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Monerans with chlorophyll 'a' and oxygenic photosynthesis are

A

Actinomycetes

B

Mycoplasma

C

Bacteria

D

Cyanobacteria

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Monerans**: Monerans are a group of prokaryotic organisms that include bacteria and blue-green algae (cyanobacteria). They are characterized by the absence of a defined nucleus. 2. **Identifying Chlorophyll 'a'**: Chlorophyll 'a' is a pigment found in various photosynthetic organisms, including plants and certain types of bacteria. It plays a crucial role in the process of photosynthesis. 3. **Defining Oxygenic Photosynthesis**: Oxygenic photosynthesis is a process where organisms use light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. This process is characteristic of plants, algae, and certain bacteria. 4. **Linking Chlorophyll 'a' and Oxygenic Photosynthesis**: Among monerans, the organisms that possess chlorophyll 'a' and are capable of oxygenic photosynthesis are specifically blue-green algae. 5. **Identifying the Correct Group**: Blue-green algae are also known as cyanobacteria. They are the only group of monerans that can perform oxygenic photosynthesis due to the presence of chlorophyll 'a'. 6. **Eliminating Incorrect Options**: Other monerans like actinomycetes, mycoplasma, and certain bacteria do not perform oxygenic photosynthesis, thus they cannot be the answer. 7. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that monerans with chlorophyll 'a' and capable of oxygenic photosynthesis are known as **cyanobacteria**. ### Final Answer: Cyanobacteria
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