Protists

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What are protists?

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Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms, which can be unicellular or multicellular, and are not classified as animals, plants, or fungi.

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What is a contractile vacuole?

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A contractile vacuole is a specialized organelle in some protists that helps to regulate water balance by expelling excess water from the cell.

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What are protozoans?

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Protozoans are animal-like protists that are typically unicellular and can move to hunt and feed on other organisms.

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What is the oral groove in a paramecium?

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The oral groove is a funnel-like structure in paramecium that serves as the mouth opening for feeding.

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What is cilia?

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Cilia are hair-like structures on the surface of some protists that help in movement and feeding.

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What is flagella?

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Flagella are long, whip-like structures that aid in the movement of some protists.

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What is the function of an eyespot in protists?

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An eyespot is a light-sensitive organelle that helps some protists detect light, aiding in their movement towards it.

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What is the difference between algae and protozoans?

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Algae are plant-like protists that perform photosynthesis, while protozoans are animal-like and primarily consume other organisms.

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What is an amoeba?

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An amoeba is a type of protozoan that moves and feeds using pseudopodia, which are temporary projections of the cell.

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What is volvox?

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Volvox is a type of green algae that forms spherical colonies and is known for its ability to move in water.