Protists

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What is a flagella?

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A tail-like whip used for movement in some protists.

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What type of protist is Euglena?

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A type of protist that has both plant and animal characteristics and moves using flagella.

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How do Euglena and Volvox move?

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They move using flagella.

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How does Paramecium move?

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Paramecium moves using cilia.

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In which domain of life are protists found?

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Protists are found in the domain Eukarya.

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What are pseudopods?

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Temporary extensions of a cell used for movement and feeding, found in amoebas.

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What is the main characteristic of protists?

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Protists are mostly unicellular eukaryotic organisms.

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What is the role of cilia in protists?

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Cilia are short hair-like structures that help in movement and feeding.

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What is the difference between autotrophic and heterotrophic protists?

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Autotrophic protists can make their own food through photosynthesis, while heterotrophic protists obtain food by consuming other organisms.

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Give an example of a colonial protist.

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Volvox is an example of a colonial protist.