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?

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

How do sporozoans move across surfaces?

<p>By gliding slowly on microtubules (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the method of reproduction for flagellates?

<p>Asexual through binary fission only (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Mastigophora from other protozoa?

<p>Characterized by flagella for movement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Ciliophora protozoa move?

<p>Through cilia movement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What's a distinguishing feature of Sarcodina?

<p>Pseudopodia for movement and prey capture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Mastigophora (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of Sarcodina protozoa?

<p>Use of pseudopodia for movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which protozoan type reproduces both sexually and asexually?

<p>Ciliophora (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do protozoa play in soil fertility?

<p>Contributing to soil fertility by pressuring bacteria to reproduce (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the method of reproduction for Sarcodina protozoa?

<p>Binary fission and budding, or sexual reproduction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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