Read the following statements and choose the set of correct statements: In the members of Phaeophyceae,
$A$. Asexual reproduction occurs usually by biflagellate zoospores.
$B$. Sexual reproduction is by oogamous method only.
$C$. Stored food is in the form of carbohydrates which is either mannitol or laminarin.
$D$. The major pigments found are chlorophyll $a$,$c$ and carotenoids and xanthophyll.
$E$. Vegetative cells have a cellulosic wall,usually covered on the outside by gelatinous coating of algin.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • A
    $B, C, D$ and $E$ only
  • B
    $A, C, D$ and $E$ only
  • C
    $A, B, C$ and $E$ only
  • D
    $A, B, C$ and $D$ only

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