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Ciliates Characteristics

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Which family in the order Trichostomatidea includes a genus that can infect humans?

Balantidiidae (correct)

Stichotrichidae

Euplotidae

Oxytrichidae

What is the role of a basal body in ciliates?

It connects to the cilium. (correct)

It serves as the main nucleus.

It acts as a digestive organ.

It aids in sexual reproduction.

How are cilia different from flagella?

Cilia are connected to mitochondria.

Cilia perform only sensory functions.

Cilia are longer and fewer in number.

Cilia are shorter and more numerous. (correct)

How do ciliates reproduce sexually?

<p>By conjugation or gametes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organism lives in the intestines of insects, fish, and mammals?

<p>Balantidium</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Characteristics of Ciliates

Have simple cilia covering the entire body or localized to specific areas
Each cilium is connected to a basal body
Cilia are short and numerous, differing from flagella

Nuclear Structure

Typically have a large nucleus (macronucleus) and a small nucleus (micronucleus)

Reproduction

Asexual reproduction occurs through fission
Sexual reproduction occurs through conjugation or gametes

Classification and Habitat

Order Trichostomatidea includes the family Balantidiidae
Genus Balantidium is the only genus in the family Balantidiidae
Species of Balantidium live in the intestines of insects, fish, mammals, and humans
One species, Balantidium coli, infects humans

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This quiz covers the characteristics and features of ciliates, including their cilia, nucleus, and reproduction methods. Learn about the differences between cilia and flagella and more.