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Protozoa Definition in Taxonomy

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How do flagellates reproduce?

Asexually through binary fission (correct)

Sexually through gamete fusion

Through budding

By forming a cyst

What is a characteristic of Sarcodina (Amoeboids)?

Have flagella for movement

Use pseudopodia for movement and prey capture (correct)

Reproduce only sexually

Live exclusively in dry habitats

Which protozoan is known for causing malaria?

Leishmania

Plasmodium (correct)

Amoeba

Trypanosoma

What is the motility organ present in Ciliophora protozoa?

Cilia Signup and view all the answers

How do sporozoans move across surfaces?

By gliding slowly on microtubules Signup and view all the answers

What is the method of reproduction for flagellates?

Asexual through binary fission only Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Mastigophora from other protozoa?

Characterized by flagella for movement Signup and view all the answers

How do Ciliophora protozoa move?

Through cilia movement Signup and view all the answers

What's a distinguishing feature of Sarcodina?

Pseudopodia for movement and prey capture Signup and view all the answers

Which major type of protozoa is characterized by the presence of flagella for movement?

Mastigophora Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of Sarcodina protozoa?

Use of pseudopodia for movement Signup and view all the answers

Which protozoan type reproduces both sexually and asexually?

Ciliophora Signup and view all the answers

What role do protozoa play in soil fertility?

Contributing to soil fertility by pressuring bacteria to reproduce Signup and view all the answers

Which protozoa type primarily uses cilia for movement and food ingestion?