5 Questions
Which protozoan is the cause of primary amebic meningoencephalitis in humans?
Naegleria foweri
Which organelle of a protozoan maintains the shape of the cell?
Pellicle
Which region of the cytoplasm in a protozoan is relatively clear and firm?
Ectoplasm
What is the specialized region in a protozoan where waste is excreted?
Cytopyge
Which group has origins in ancestral Archaea and is unicellular but many form colonies?
Protozoa
Test your knowledge of animal-like protists and their classification with this quiz. Learn about the origins of protozoa, their unicellular nature, and their role in causing diseases like primary amebic meningoencephalitis. Explore their unique feeding mechanisms and the importance of maintaining homeostasis within their organelles.
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