The following are the points of differences between Algae and Fungi- Algae Fungi Algae occur in aquatic and subaquatic or moist terrestrial habitats. Fungi are found in terrestrial, subaquatic and aquatic habitats. Possess chlorophyll, hence algae are autotrophic in their mode of nutrition. Devoid of chlorophyll, hence they are heterotrophic in their mode of nutrition. These obtain their food by saprophytic or parasitic means. They prefer bright sunlight. They flourish in darkness and dim light. They absorb inorganic nutrients from their environment. Their food consists of only inorganic materials like carbon dioxide, water and mineral salts. They absorb organic nutrients … Continue reading Differences Between Algae And Fungi