Kingdom Protista Diversity Quiz
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Which characteristic is shared by all protists?

  • Having a membrane-bound nucleus (correct)
  • Being multicellular
  • Being autotrophic
  • Belonging to the Animalia kingdom
  • What is a defining feature of brown algae?

  • Contain only chlorophyll a
  • Belong to the Animalia kingdom
  • Contain both chlorophyll a & b (correct)
  • Are unicellular and can move independently
  • Which group comprises slime and water molds in the kingdom Protista?

  • Brown algae
  • Animal-like protists
  • Plant-like protists
  • Fungus-like protists (correct)
  • What is the unifying characteristic of algae?

    <p>Photosynthetic nature with various pigments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of algae does not fit into the categories based on pigments?

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

    What is the significance of alternation of generations in some algae?

    <p>Introduces genetic diversity through sexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic that distinguishes green algae from plants?

    <p>They can be unicellular, colonial, filamentous, or multicellular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST accurate description of the life cycle of green algae like Ulva?

    <p>Exhibits a true alternation of generations, spending equal time as haploid and diploid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the life cycles of green algae and red algae?

    <p>Red algae exhibit a true alternation of generations, while green algae are primarily haploid or diploid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the holdfast structure in brown algae?

    <p>It anchors the brown algae to a substrate or structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key characteristic that diatoms and dinoflagellates share?

    <p>They both have a protective shell or theca plates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the bladders found in brown algae?

    <p>To allow the brown algae to become more buoyant and float</p> Signup and view all the answers

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