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.

Only statement 1 is correct.

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Only statement 2 is correct.

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Both the statements are correct.

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Both the statements are incorrect.

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Solution

The correct option is C 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 1: Both Amoeba and WBCs use pseudopodia for locomotion.

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

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Given below is a list of characteristics about Amoeba and WBCs. With reference to the statements, choose the correct option.

Statement 1: Both Amoeba and WBCs use pseudopodia for locomotion.

Statement 2: Both Amoeba and WBCs are capable of independent existence.

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

Statement 4: Both Amoeba and WBCs have cell membrane.

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