Protist Kingdom

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What are 'false-feet' that some protists create to move?

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Pseudopods

Front

What type of protists grow on other things?

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Fungi-like protists

Front

How do autotrophs (producers) obtain energy?

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They produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

Front

How do heterotrophs (consumers) obtain energy?

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They consume other organisms for energy.

Front

What is a whip-like tail that some protists use to move?

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Flagella

Front

What are the tiny hair-like structures that help some protists move?

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Cilia

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What is the main characteristic of animal-like protists?

Back

They are heterotrophic and can move.

Front

What is the main characteristic of plant-like protists?

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They are autotrophic and can perform photosynthesis.

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What is the role of decomposer protists in the ecosystem?

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They break down dead organic matter and recycle nutrients.

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What is an example of a fungi-like protist?

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Slime molds