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MIC 121 Protozoa Objective Question

Question

Which type of nutrition allows organisms like Euglena to switch between synthesizing their own food and consuming organic matter?
Options
A Holozoic Nutrition
B Saprozoic Nutrition
C Autotrophic Nutrition
D Mixotrophic Nutrition
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document defines 'Mixotrophic Nutrition' as: '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

This mode of nutrition combines different methods depending on environmental conditions.

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