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Streaming of cytoplasm / cyclosis is seen in?

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Amoeba
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Macrophages
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Leucocytes
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All
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Solution

The correct option is A Amoeba
Cytoplasmic streaming which is also known as protoplasmic streaming is the movement of the contents of the cytoplasm within the plant or the animal cell. This takes place because it helps in transporting the nutrients and proteins and organelles which are present within the cell. Cyclosis takes place due to the motor proteins and to distribute the cellular contents, for example, the products which are formed by Golgi bodies to other parts of the cell.
The cytoplasmic streaming takes place it is generally prominent in amoeba. In amoeba, the cytoplasmic streaming provides a mechanism for cellular locomotion also.

So, the correct answer is 'Amoeba'.

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