Algae in the genus Caulerpa typically grow to a length of over half a meter and have structures similar to stems,leaves,and roots.Reproduction occurs when adults produce sperm and eggs that fuse to form offspring.Each adult Caulerpa consists of just a single cell,however.Which of the following statements is true?

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The existence of Caulerpa is consistent with the cell theory because even though each adult Caulerpa consists of just a single cell, it still functions as a complete organism with structures similar to stems, leaves, and roots. Caulerpa's reproductive process also involves the fusion of sperm and eggs to form offspring, which is consistent with the process component of the cell theory that all cells come from preexisting cells. Therefore, Caulerpa does not violate any components of the cell theory.

Algae in the Genus Caulerpa Typically Grow to a Length