Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 1 - The Microbial World and You - Study Questions - Review - Page 23: 4b

Answer

Cell wall made of cellulose; photosynthetic

Work Step by Step

Algae is a photosynthetic organism. This means that algae can directly convert energy from the sun into energy that it can use to function and survive. This is why algae often grows in locations with direct sun light.
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