MCQ
Iodine is obtained from the members of:
  • A
    Green algae
  • B
    Brown algae
  • C
    Red algae
  • D
    Blue - green algae

Answer

  1. Brown algae

Explanation:

Brown algae has economic importance as a source of Iodine and Potash.

Fucus and Laminaria are rich source of iodine.

25% of iodine is obtained from kelps and it also contain Br, Cu, Zn, Fe, Mn, Mo etc. Because of having iodine, the dried kelps are used to treat goiter.

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