10 Questions
Which kingdom do Protozoa belong to?
Kingdom Protista
Which phylum includes organisms that have whip-like flagella or extensions of their cellular protoplasm?
Phylum Sarcomastigophora
What does the term 'Sarco' in Sarcomastigophora mean?
Flesh
Which group within Phylum Sarcomastigophora includes photosynthetic whip bearers?
Phytomastigophora
What are Foraminiferans and radiolarians?
Variety of amoeboid and flagellated forms
Which of the following is a characteristic of Kingdom Protista?
They share some features of animals
Which phylum within Kingdom Protista includes organisms that have whip-like flagella or extensions of their cellular protoplasm?
Phylum Sarcomastigophora
Which of the following is a characteristic of Foraminiferans?
They have internal chambered shells or tests
What does the term 'Mastigo' in Mastigophora mean?
Whip
Which group within Phylum Sarcomastigophora includes animal-like whip bearers?
Zoomastigophora
Study Notes
Kingdom and Phylum Classification
- Protozoa belong to the Kingdom Protista.
- The phylum Sarcomastigophora includes organisms with whip-like flagella or extensions of their cellular protoplasm.
Etymology of Phylum Names
- The term 'Sarco' in Sarcomastigophora means flesh.
- The term 'Mastigo' in Mastigophora means whip.
Characteristics of Groups within Phylum Sarcomastigophora
- The group within Phylum Sarcomastigophora that includes photosynthetic whip bearers is Phylum Euglenophyta.
- The group within Phylum Sarcomastigophora that includes animal-like whip bearers is Phylum Mastigophora.
Characteristics of Kingdom Protista
- A characteristic of Kingdom Protista is that it is a diverse group of eukaryotic organisms that do not fit into any other kingdom.
Characteristics of Foraminiferans and Radiolarians
- Foraminiferans and radiolarians are characterized by having a shell or test made of calcium carbonate.
- A characteristic of Foraminiferans is that they are amoeba-like protists with a shell or test made of calcium carbonate.
Test your knowledge of the diverse Kingdom Protista and its various phyla, including Sarcomastigophora, Ciliophora, and Labyrinthomopha. Learn about the characteristics and classifications of these single-celled organisms and their fascinating features.
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