Protists

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What is a protist?

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A protist is a diverse group of unicellular or multicellular organisms that are not animals, plants, or fungi, often found in moist environments.

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Which protist has an eyespot?

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Euglena has an eyespot that helps it detect light.

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What is the function of flagella in protists?

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Flagella are tail-like structures that help protists move through water.

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What is a pseudopod?

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A pseudopod is a temporary, foot-like extension of a cell used for movement and feeding.

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What organelle helps Paramecium move around?

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Cilia are tiny hair-like structures that help Paramecium move.

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What is the primary habitat of protists?

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Most protists live in moist environments, such as ponds and soil.

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What is the difference between unicellular and multicellular protists?

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Unicellular protists consist of a single cell, while multicellular protists are made up of many cells.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in some protists?

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Chloroplasts allow protists like Euglena to perform photosynthesis.

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What is the significance of the eyespot in Euglena?

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The eyespot helps Euglena sense light, allowing it to move towards it for photosynthesis.

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How do protists reproduce?

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Protists can reproduce asexually through binary fission or sexually through conjugation.

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