What is the Meaning of the Group Name Stramenopila

Question

What is the meaning of the group name Stramenopila?  
A) "Needle-haired"
B) "Straw haired"
C) "Short flagella"
D) "Black haired"
E) "White haired"

Accepted Answer

The group name Stramenopila is derived from the Latin words "stramen" meaning "straw" and "pilus" meaning "hair". Therefore, the meaning of Stramenopila is "straw haired", making option B the correct choice.