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MIC 121 Protozoa Objective Question

Question

In protozoan cell structure, the outer, clear, viscous layer of the cytoplasm concerned with protection and locomotion is called the:
Options
A Endoplasm
B Ectoplasm
Correct Answer
C Pellicle
D Cytostome
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text defines 'Ectoplasm: the outer, clear, narrow, and relatively viscous (gel-like) layer lying just beneath the plasma membrane. It is concerned with protection and locomotion (formation of pseudopodia, cilia, and flagella) and sometimes contains supportive fibrils.'

Hint

Recall the two differentiated zones of the cytoplasm and their locations/functions.

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