Asked by Jessica Tessier on Jul 25, 2024

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Dinoflagellates are classified in supergroup

A) Archaeplastids.
B) SAR.
C) Opisthokonts.
D) Excavates.
E) Amoebozoans.

Dinoflagellates

A group of single-celled organisms found in marine and freshwater environments, known for their role in algal blooms and as a food source in aquatic food chains.

Supergroup

Systematic term used to classify the major groups of eukaryotes based on DNA similarities.

Archaeplastids

Archaeplastids are a major group of eukaryotes that include plants and some algae, characterized by the presence of plastids with a double membrane.

  • Illuminate the evolutionary linkage amongst algae, protists, and various other kingdoms.
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Lindsae WalkerJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Dinoflagellates are classified in the SAR supergroup, which includes stramenopiles, alveolates, and Rhizaria.