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Which of the following statements is wrong ?

A

Algae increase the level of dissolved oxygen in the immediate environment

B

Algin is obtained form red algae and carrageenan from brown algae

C

Agar- agar is obtained from Gelidium and Gracilaria

D

Laminaria and Sargassum are used as food

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B

Algin is extracted from brown algae, e.g. Laminaria, etc. It is a hydrocolloid used in shaving creams, jellies, flameproof plastic, etc. Carrageenan is extracted from red algae like Chondrus and used as emulsifier and clearing agent.
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