Question

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given.
Which of the following is the most accurate general description of the kingdom Protista?

• A. Eukaryotic, photosynthetic or heterotrophic organisms that inhabit moist environments, form resistant cysts, and reproduce with flagellated gametes
• B. Relatively simple versions of plants, animals and fungi
• C. Eukaryotic, unicellular organisms that may be photosynthetic or heterotrophic
• D. Eukaryotic, heterotrophic and/or photosynthetic, unicellular or simple multicellular organisms, which are different enough from multicellular plants, fungi, or animals to be placed in this diverse group

Answer 1

The correct option is C Eukaryotic, unicellular organisms that may be photosynthetic or heterotrophic

Kingdom Protista is a group in of eukaryotic organisms which have a true nucleus, they are usually unicellular and the cells of these organisms contain nucleus which is bound to the organelle, algae are one of the classifications of protista which are photosynthetic organisms that are mostly found in freshwater sources or marine lakes. Protists are heterotrophic organism & on the other hand, has to acquire nutrition from other organisms such as plants or animals to survive.

So, the correct option is 'Eukaryotic, unicellular organisms that may be photosynthetic or heterotrophic'.