Rhodophyta

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Rhodophyta

Description Rhodophyta, commonly known as red algae, is a phylum of marine and freshwater algae that is characterized by its red pigmentation. The red coloration is due to the presence of phycoerythrin, a pigment that masks the green color of chlorophyll. Rhodophyta is a diverse group that includes over 7,000 species, ranging from unicellular species to large, multicellular seaweeds. They…