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In which of the following kingdoms, both plant and animal like unicellular organisms are placed?
In which of the following kingdoms, both plant and animal like unicellular organisms are placed?
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The correct option is D Protista
Protista
Kingdom Protista includes single-celled eukaryotes. The limits of this kingdom are not properly defined.
- Chrysophytes include Diatoms and Golden algae that are photosynthetic, plant-like organisms, found in the ocean are placed under Protista.
- On the other hand, Protozoans are believed to be primitive relatives of animals that also fall under kingdom Protista.
- Euglena, possesses chloroplast and is photosynthetic, which is a plant character and shows movement by flagellum, that is an animal feature.
Therefore, both plant and animal-like unicellular organisms are placed in this kingdom and it acts as a connecting link between plants, animals and fungi.
Final answer: b. Protista
Protista
Kingdom Protista includes single-celled eukaryotes. The limits of this kingdom are not properly defined.
- Chrysophytes include Diatoms and Golden algae that are photosynthetic, plant-like organisms, found in the ocean are placed under Protista.
- On the other hand, Protozoans are believed to be primitive relatives of animals that also fall under kingdom Protista.
- Euglena, possesses chloroplast and is photosynthetic, which is a plant character and shows movement by flagellum, that is an animal feature.
Final answer: b. Protista
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