Identify the correct statement.

Statement 1: Amoeba uses pseudopodia for locomotion.

Statement 2: The ability of Amoeba to change their shape is due to the formation of pseudopodia.

Both the statements are incorrect.

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Both the statements are correct.

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Only statement 2 is correct.

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Only statement 1 is correct.

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Solution

The correct option is B Both the statements are correct.
$∙$ Pseudopodia are the projections of varying length protruding out of the body of Amoeba.
$∙$ The change in shape of Amoeba is due to the formation of pseudopodia.
$∙$ These structures also help in capturing the food as well as movement.

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Statement 3: Both Amoeba and WBCs can change their shapes.

Statement 4: Both Amoeba and WBCs have cell membrane.

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