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Test your knowledge on the protozoa phylum!

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1.

Mark all that applyProtozoa are...
- A.
  
  Eukaryotic
- B.
  
  Prokaryotic
- C.
  
  Unicellular
- D.
  
  Multicellular
- E.
  
  Heterotrophs
- F.
  
  Autotrophs
Correct Answer(s)
A. Eukaryotic
C. Unicellular
E. Heterotrophs

Explanation
Protozoa are eukaryotic organisms, meaning they have a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. They are also unicellular, meaning they are composed of a single cell. Additionally, protozoa are heterotrophs, meaning they obtain their nutrients by consuming other organisms. Therefore, the correct answers are eukaryotic, unicellular, and heterotrophs.

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There are species of protozoa. Nearly half are already extinct.

Correct Answer(s)
65,000
65000

Explanation
Protozoa are a diverse group of single-celled organisms that are classified under the kingdom Protista. There are estimated to be around 65,000 known species of protozoa. However, due to various factors such as habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change, nearly half of these species have become extinct. Therefore, the correct answer is 65,000,65000.

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Protozoa can be...
- A.
  
  Plant-like only
- B.
  
  Animal-like only
- C.
  
  Both animal and plant-like
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Animal-like only

Explanation
Protozoa are single-celled organisms that belong to the kingdom Protista. They are eukaryotic and primarily unicellular. Protozoa exhibit characteristics that are more similar to animals than plants. They are heterotrophic, meaning they obtain their energy by consuming other organisms. They also possess animal-like organelles such as cilia, flagella, and pseudopodia for locomotion. Additionally, protozoa can exhibit complex behaviors and have specialized structures for feeding and reproduction, further aligning them with animal characteristics. Therefore, the correct answer is "Animal-like only."

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True or FalseFew protozoan species can reproduce sexually whereas most reproduce asexually
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Protozoans reproduce sexually only when a unique protozoan dies out.

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5.

What factor differs the 4 classes of Protozoa?
- A.
  
  How they reproduce
- B.
  
  How they move
- C.
  
  Some are prokaryotic and some are eukaryotic
- D.
  
  Some are autotrophs and some are heterotrophs
Correct Answer
B. How they move

Explanation
The factor that differs the 4 classes of Protozoa is how they move. This means that each class of Protozoa has its own distinct method of locomotion.

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Membrane-bound chambers that contain digestive enzymes are called . All protozoans are heterotrophs so these chambers are what digest protozoan food.

Correct Answer
Food vacuoles
food vacuoles
Food Vacuoles

Explanation
Food vacuoles are membrane-bound chambers that contain digestive enzymes. All protozoans are heterotrophs, meaning they obtain their food by consuming other organisms. Therefore, these food vacuoles are responsible for digesting the food that protozoans consume.

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This type of protozoan usually have complex life cycles that take place in a host.
- A.
  
  Prokaryotic
- B.
  
  Free-living
- C.
  
  Parasitic
- D.
  
  Eukaryotic
Correct Answer
C. Parasitic

Explanation
Parasitic protozoans typically have complex life cycles that involve multiple stages and occur within a host organism. Unlike free-living protozoans, which can survive and reproduce independently, parasitic protozoans rely on a host for their survival and reproduction. This dependence on a host allows them to exploit the resources and shelter provided by the host, enabling their complex life cycles to unfold. Eukaryotic protozoans, on the other hand, are characterized by having cells with a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles, which is a general feature shared by both free-living and parasitic protozoans.

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What common disease is caused by the plasmodium parasitic protozoan?
- A.
  
  Meningitis
- B.
  
  Cancer
- C.
  
  Tuberculosis
- D.
  
  Malaria
Correct Answer
D. Malaria

Explanation
Malaria is a common disease caused by the plasmodium parasitic protozoan. It is transmitted through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. The parasites multiply in the liver and then infect red blood cells, leading to symptoms such as fever, chills, and flu-like illness. If left untreated, malaria can be life-threatening. Control measures such as the use of insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor residual spraying, and antimalarial medications have been effective in reducing the burden of malaria in many parts of the world.

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What are the four classes of Protozoans
- A.
  
  Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, and Protista
- B.
  
  Sarcodina, Ciliophora, Mastigophora, and Sporozoa.
- C.
  
  Chordata, Arthropoda, Orthonectida, and Hemichordata.
- D.
  
  None of the Above
Correct Answer
B. Sarcodina, Ciliophora, Mastigophora, and Sporozoa.

Explanation
The correct answer is Sarcodina, Ciliophora, Mastigophora, and Sporozoa. These are the four classes of Protozoans. Protozoans are single-celled organisms that belong to the kingdom Protista. Each of these classes has unique characteristics and features that distinguish them from one another. Sarcodina are characterized by their ability to move and capture food using pseudopodia. Ciliophora have hair-like structures called cilia that they use for locomotion and feeding. Mastigophora have whip-like structures called flagella that they use for movement. Sporozoa are parasitic protozoans that reproduce through spore formation.

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Protozoa Learning Center Quiz

Mark all that applyProtozoa are...

There are species of protozoa. Nearly half are already extinct.

Protozoa can be...

True or FalseFew protozoan species can reproduce sexually whereas most reproduce asexually

What factor differs the 4 classes of Protozoa?

Membrane-bound chambers that contain digestive enzymes are called . All protozoans are heterotrophs so these chambers are what digest protozoan food.

This type of protozoan usually have complex life cycles that take place in a host.

What common disease is caused by the plasmodium parasitic protozoan?

What are the four classes of Protozoans