DNA sequencing suggests that among the green algae, the __________ are most closely related to land plants.

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DNA sequencing studies have shown that Chara, a type of multicellular green algae, is the closest relative to land plants. Chara shares many traits with land plants, such as cell wall composition and the ability to produce compounds such as lignin. The other options, although also green algae, are not as closely related to land plants as Chara.

DNA Sequencing Suggests That Among the Green Algae, the __________