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MIC 121 Protozoa Objective Question

Question

An organism like Euglena that can switch between autotrophic nutrition (in light) and saprozoic or holozoic nutrition (in the dark or when organic matter is abundant) demonstrates which type of nutrition?
Options
A Strict Autotrophic
B Strict Heterotrophic
C Mixotrophic Nutrition
Correct Answer
D Parasitic Nutrition
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document defines 'Mixotrophic Nutrition: Organisms such as Euglena can switch between autotrophic nutrition (in light) and saprozoic or holozoic nutrition (in the dark or when organic matter is abundant), making them nutritionally versatile.'

Hint

The ability to use multiple nutritional modes implies a 'mixed' strategy.

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