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MIC 121 Protozoa Objective Question

Question

How do protozoa primarily achieve respiration?
Options
A Through specialized lungs or gills
B Mainly anaerobically in all forms
C Aerobically by simple diffusion of oxygen across the cell surface
Correct Answer
D Via a complex circulatory system
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Under 'Respiration and Excretion', the text states: 'Respiration is generally aerobic and occurs by simple diffusion of oxygen across the cell surface, although some parasitic forms in oxygen-poor environments respire anaerobically.'

Hint

Consider the simple, unicellular nature of protozoa and how gases might exchange with the environment.

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