NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Final answer: The correct statements about algae are the plant body is thallus-like, they are largely aquatic, and reproduction occurs by vegetative, asexual, and sexual methods.

Detailed explanation-2: -Algae are simple, aquatic, plant-like organisms that do not have true roots, stems and leaves. Many are single-celled so can only be seen using a microscope, while others grow in filaments or mats that are quite conspicuous. Algae have chlorophyll and can make their own food through the process of photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-3: -They live in moist environments, mostly aquatic, and contain chlorophyll. Algae are not terrestrial plants, which have 1) true roots, stems, and leaves, 2) vascular (conducting) tissues, such as xylem, and phloem, and 3) lack of non-reproductive cells in the reproductive structures.