What photosynthetic organism is found in the tissues of coral?

a. Dinoflagellates
b. Diatoms
c. Coccolithophores
d. Cyanobacteria


ANS: A
The majority of dinoflagellates are free-living, but some are found in the tissues of other organisms.
They have whip-like flagella for minimal movement. Information can be found in the section Most
Phytoplankton are Photosynthetic Autotrophs.

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