Protist Brain Squeeze

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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 plants, animals, or fungi.

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How are protists different than bacteria?

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Protists are eukaryotic and bacteria are prokaryotic.

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What is a eukaryotic cell?

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A eukaryotic cell is a type of cell that has a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A prokaryotic cell is a type of cell that does not have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles.

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What type of protist is an amoeba?

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Amoeba is a type of unicellular protist that can change shape and move using pseudopodia.

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How do paramecium move around?

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They use tiny hairs called cilia to move.

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What are volvox?

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Volvox are single-celled algae that live together in colonies.

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What is the main characteristic of euglena?

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Euglena are protists that can photosynthesize and have a flagellum for movement.

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What is the function of cilia in paramecium?

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Cilia help paramecium to move and feed by creating water currents.

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What is the habitat of most protists?

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Most protists live in moist environments, such as ponds, lakes, and oceans.