Protists

Front

What is the mouth opening of the paramecium called?

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Oral Groove

Front

What is the thin layer that supports the cell membrane of a protist?

Back

Pellicle

Front

What are animal-like protists that hunt to feed and obtain energy called?

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Protozoan

Front

What is a unicellular, eukaryotic organism that feeds and moves using cilia?

Back

Paramecium

Front

What are breads, potatoes, and pastas rich in?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

What is the function of cilia in protists?

Back

Cilia help in movement and feeding.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Front

What is the primary characteristic of protists?

Back

Protists are mostly unicellular eukaryotic organisms.

Front

What type of protist is known for its ability to photosynthesize?

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Algae

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Front

What is the role of the contractile vacuole in protists?

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It helps in osmoregulation by expelling excess water.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Front

What is the difference between protozoans and algae?

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Protozoans are animal-like and heterotrophic, while algae are plant-like and autotrophic.