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Which of the following statements about Rhodophyceae is correct?

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Rhodophyceae have flagellated spores for reproduction. Some red algae produce carrageen, a hydrocolloid. Correct Rhodophyceae store food as oil droplets in pyrenoids. Their dominant pigment is chlorophyll b.

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Certain red algae (Rhodophyceae) produce hydrocolloids like carrageen, used commercially.

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