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What structure within a cell is primarily responsible for housing genetic material?

  • Endosome
  • Nucleus (correct)
  • Plasma membrane
  • Cytoplasm
  • What is the term used for the temporary protrusion of cytoplasm used for movement?

  • Flagella
  • Ectoplasm
  • Cilia
  • Pseudopoda (correct)
  • Which part of the cytoplasm is characterized as the outer layer?

  • Outer ectoplasm (correct)
  • Granular endoplasm
  • Plasma membrane
  • Inner granular endoplasm
  • Which cellular structure is involved in motility and can be long filament-like in shape?

    <p>Flagella (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of structure are cilia compared to flagella in terms of length?

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    What is anaerobic respiration?

    <p>The ability of an organism to breathe in the absence of adequate oxygen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the excretion process in organisms relying on anaerobic respiration?

    <p>Excretion happens via diffusion through the body surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might an organism rely on anaerobic respiration?

    <p>To adapt to low oxygen conditions in their habitat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to nitrogenous waste products in organisms that excrete them through diffusion?

    <p>They diffuse out of the body into the surrounding environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of anaerobic respiration, which statement is false?

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    What is the outer clear part of the cytoplasm in Amoeba called?

    <p>Ectoplasm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Amoeba primarily capture its food?

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    What term describes the process by which Amoeba reproduces?

    <p>Binary fission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in Amoeba is responsible for expelling waste?

    <p>Contractile vacuole (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for Amoeba to thrive in its natural habitat?

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    What characterizes Holozoic nutrition?

    <p>It is primarily based on feeding on other organisms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most accepted mechanism for movement in the protoplasm of an organism?

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    Which organisms typically exhibit Holozoic nutrition?

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    What is the state of protoplasm that allows for movement?

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    Which statement is FALSE regarding Holozoic nutrition?

    <p>Holozoic organisms do not rely on other organisms for food. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the protoplasm's state to enable the organism to move?

    <p>It converts from gel to sol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of feeding is NOT a characteristic of Holozoic nutrition?

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    In Holozoic nutrition, what is the primary source of food for many organisms?

    <p>Other living or decaying organisms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the exact mechanism of protoplasm movement still not understood?

    <p>Colloidal behavior is too complex (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is involved in the transition of protoplasm states?

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    What process allows certain organisms to synthesize their own food from CO2 and H2O in the presence of sunlight?

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    How do most protozoa obtain nutrients from their environment?

    <p>Diffusion through their body surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organelle is primarily responsible for osmoregulation in freshwater protozoa?

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    Which form of respiration occurs in the absence of suitable conditions?

    <p>Anaerobic respiration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method used by protozoa to ingest droplets of surrounding media?

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    Which method of gas exchange do many protozoa utilize for respiration?

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    What characteristic is typical of contractile vacuoles found in protozoa living in freshwater?

    <p>They regulate osmotic pressure. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of aerobic respiration in protozoa?

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    Flashcards

    Cytoplasm Differentiation

    Cytoplasm divides into outer ectoplasm and inner granular endoplasm.

    Pseudopods

    Temporary cytoplasmic extensions used for movement.

    Cell Movement Mechanisms

    Cells can move using pseudopods, flagella, or cilia.

    Nucleus Structure

    A cell's nucleus contains nucleoli (endosomes).

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    Cell Components

    Cells have a nucleus, cytoplasm (ectoplasm, endoplasm), and plasma membrane.

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    Holozoic Nutrition

    A mode of nutrition where organisms obtain nutrients by consuming other organisms (like animals).

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    Holophytic Nutrition

    A mode of nutrition where organisms obtain nutrients from making their own food through photosynthesis (like plants).

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    How do Holozoic organisms get their food?

    They consume other organisms, like bacteria, algae, or smaller protozoa.

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    How do Holozoic organisms obtain nutrients?

    They break down the food they eat into smaller molecules that their bodies can absorb.

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    What is an example of Holozoic nutrition?

    A lion eating a zebra is an example of Holozoic nutrition.

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    Photosynthesis in Protozoa

    Some protozoa, similar to plants, obtain energy through photosynthesis, using chlorophyll-like substances to synthesize organic food from carbon dioxide and water in the presence of sunlight.

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    Diffusion in Protozoa

    Protozoa acquire nutrients by diffusion, a process where simple organic and inorganic substances from their environment enter their bodies across their surfaces.

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    Pinocytosis

    Protozoa ingest tiny droplets of surrounding fluids using small pockets called vacuoles located on their surfaces.

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    Contractile Vacuoles

    These organelles regulate osmotic pressure in protozoa, primarily those living in freshwater environments.

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    Aerobic Respiration

    Protozoa that use this type of respiration need oxygen to produce energy, exchanging gases via diffusion through their body surfaces.

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    Anaerobic Respiration

    Protozoa using this method can obtain energy in the absence of oxygen.

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    What is the function of contractile vacuoles in freshwater protozoa?

    Contractile vacuoles regulate osmotic pressure, maintaining a balance of water and dissolved substances within the cell.

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    How do protozoa obtain nutrients through diffusion?

    Protozoa take in simple organic and inorganic molecules from their surroundings through the process of diffusion across their body surfaces.

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    Oxygen Concentration

    The amount of free oxygen available in the surrounding environment. This is crucial for organisms that rely on aerobic respiration.

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    Nitrogenous Waste Excretion

    The process by which organisms eliminate waste products containing nitrogen, primarily ammonia (NH3). This is often done through diffusion.

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    How do protozoa excrete waste?

    Protozoa excrete nitrogenous wastes, primarily ammonia, through diffusion across their body surface.

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    Amoeba Habitat

    Amoeba typically reside in freshwater ponds where decaying plant and animal matter is abundant.

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    Amoeba Structure

    Amoeba has an irregular shape with a cytoplasm differentiated into a clear outer ectoplasm and a granular inner endoplasm. It also contains a contractile vacuole for water regulation.

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    How does Amoeba move?

    Amoeba moves using temporary cytoplasmic extensions called pseudopodia, which extend and contract to propel the organism.

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    Amoeba Food Capture

    Amoeba surrounds food with pseudopodia, forming a food vacuole for digestion.

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    Binary Fission

    Amoeba reproduces asexually through binary fission where the nucleus divides into two and the cell splits in half.

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    Plasma Sol

    A fluid, almost liquid state of the cytoplasm enabling movement and change in shape. It's like a flowing gel.

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    Plasma Gel

    A more solid, rigid state of the cytoplasm providing structural support and stability. It's like a solid gel.

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    How does cytoplasmic state change?

    The cytoplasm changes from a gel-like state (plasma gel) to a more fluid state (plasma sol) and vice versa, enabling movement in protozoa.

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    What is the mechanism of movement?

    The precise mechanism is not fully understood, but the most accepted theory is the transformation of the cytoplasm from a gel to sol state.

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    Endoplasm

    The inner, granular region of the cytoplasm containing organelles and other cellular components. It's like the 'machinery' of the cell.

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    Study Notes

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    • Kingdom: Protista
    • Subkingdom: Protozoa
    • Phylum: Sarcomastigophora
    • Subphylum 1: Sarcodina
    • Superclass: Rhizopoda
    • Class: Lobosea
    • Order: Amoebida
    • Example: Amoeba

    General Characteristics of Phylum Sarcomastigophora

    • Mostly very small in size, ranging from 2-3 microns to 250 microns in length, observable only with light microscopes.
    • Many species live as solitary individuals
    • A few species live in colonies
    • Typically contain one nucleus and nucleoli (endosomes)
    • Cytoplasm differentiated into outer ectoplasm and inner granular endoplasm
    • Covered by a plasma membrane

    Movement

    • Pseudopodia: Temporary cytoplasmic extensions for movement and capturing food.
    • Flagella: Long, filamentous structures for movement.
    • Cilia: Short, hair-like structures for movement.

    Nutrition

    • Holozoic: Ingesting other organisms (bacteria, algae, smaller protozoa, decaying organic matter). Amoeba is an example.
    • Holophytic: Synthesizing food through photosynthesis using chlorophyll-like organelles.
    • Diffusion: Absorption of organic & inorganic substances across the body surface (small protozoa).

    Osmoregulation

    • Contractile Vacuoles: Maintain osmotic balance in freshwater protozoa by regulating water intake. Absent in saltwater protozoa.

    Respiration

    • Aerobic respiration: Obtaining energy by using oxygen.
    • Anaerobic respiration: Obtaining energy without oxygen. (if necessary conditions are present).

    Excretion

    • Removal of waste products (e.g., ammonia) by diffusion across the body surface. Specialized excretory organs absent.

    Reproduction

    • Asexual: Binary fission (splitting into two identical organisms). Multiple fission (splitting into many).
    • Sexual: Formation of male and female gametes.

    Encystment

    • A protective stage in the life cycle where the protozoa secretes a cyst (protective covering) to survive harsh environmental conditions.

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