Protists Flashcardizz 2022

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What is a unicellular organism?

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An organism that consists of only one cell.

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How do amoebas move?

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Amoebas use pseudopods to help them move.

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What are flagella?

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Flagella are long, whip-like structures that help some protists move.

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What are cilia?

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Cilia are short, hair-like structures that help some protists move.

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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 is the function of flagella, cilia, and pseudopods in protists?

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They help protists move.

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What is Volvox?

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Volvox is a type of green algae that forms spherical colonies.

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What is Euglena?

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Euglena is a protist that has both plant and animal characteristics, capable of photosynthesis.

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What is Paramecium?

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Paramecium is a slipper-shaped protist covered in cilia.

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What does 'false foot' refer to?

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'False foot' refers to the meaning of the term 'pseudopod'.