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What is the origin of the name 'Stramenopila', and what characteristic of their flagella does it refer to?
What is the origin of the name 'Stramenopila', and what characteristic of their flagella does it refer to?
The name 'Stramenopila' comes from their hair-like projections on their flagella.
What is the typical arrangement of flagella in Stramenopila, and what is the purpose of this arrangement?
What is the typical arrangement of flagella in Stramenopila, and what is the purpose of this arrangement?
Stramenopila typically have a 'hairy' flagella paired with a shorter 'smooth' one.
What type of nutrition is exhibited by Stramenopila, and what does this imply about their lifestyle?
What type of nutrition is exhibited by Stramenopila, and what does this imply about their lifestyle?
Stramenopila contains both heterotrophs and autotrophs.
What is the significance of the 'hairy' flagella in Stramenopila, and how does it relate to their movement and sensing environment?
What is the significance of the 'hairy' flagella in Stramenopila, and how does it relate to their movement and sensing environment?
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How does the nutritional diversity of Stramenopila impact their ecological role, and what are the implications for their interactions with other organisms?
How does the nutritional diversity of Stramenopila impact their ecological role, and what are the implications for their interactions with other organisms?
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Study Notes
Kingdom Stramenopila
- Also known as "Straw Hair" due to hair-like projections on their flagella
- Characterized by having a "hairy" flagellum paired with a shorter, "smooth" one
- Comprises both heterotrophs (cannot produce their own food) and autotrophs (can produce their own food)
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Learn about the distinct features of the kingdom Stramenopila, also known as 'Straw Hair' due to their unique flagella structures. Discover how they obtain nutrition and more!
