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Bioluminescence is shown by

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Ceratium
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Chlorella
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Hirudinaria
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Chlamydomonas
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Solution

The correct option is A Ceratium
The transverse flagellum beats in a spiral motion, while the longitudinal flagellum pulses in waves. Most Ceratium species also contain chloroplasts. Certain species are bioluminescent. Under adverse conditions, Ceratium are able to encyst themselves as a form of protection.
Thus the correct answer is option is A.

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