Life Science Chapter 7 Test

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What characteristic do all protists have in common?

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All protists have membrane-bound nuclei and membrane-bound organelles.

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What are ciliates?

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Ciliates are a group of protists characterized by the presence of cilia, which they use for movement and feeding.

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What are sac fungi?

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Sac fungi are a type of fungi that produce spores in microscopic sac-like structures; examples include truffles and Penicillium.

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What caused the Irish Potato Famine?

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The Irish Potato Famine was caused by fungus-like protists that led to potato blight.

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What is a zygote fungus?

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Zygote fungi are a type of fungi that reproduce sexually through the formation of zygospores; an example is black bread mold.

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Define euglenoids.

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Euglenoids are a group of protists that are often photosynthetic and have flagella for movement.

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What are fungus-like protists?

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Fungus-like protists are organisms that resemble fungi and can produce spores; they include slime molds and water molds.

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What is the role of microsporidians?

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Microsporidians are a group of parasitic protists that infect animal cells, often causing disease.

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What are amoeboid protists?

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Amoeboid protists are characterized by their ability to change shape and move using pseudopodia.

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What is the significance of lichens?

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Lichens are symbiotic associations between fungi and algae or cyanobacteria, important for ecosystem health.