How does Amoeba obtain its food?

Endocytosis

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The correct option is A Endocytosis
Amoeba has a flexible cell membrane and using pseudopodia, a temporary cytoplasmic outgrowth which engulfs the food. This process is called as endocytosis.

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How does Amoeba obtain its food?

The correct option is A EndocytosisAmoeba has a flexible cell membrane and using pseudopodia, a temporary cytoplasmic outgrowth which engulfs the food. This process is called as endocytosis.

The correct option is A Endocytosis
Amoeba has a flexible cell membrane and using pseudopodia, a temporary cytoplasmic outgrowth which engulfs the food. This process is called as endocytosis.