The presence of two types of nuclei, a macronucleus and a micronucleus, is characteristic of which of the following protozoan group?
A
Sarcodina
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B
Flagellata
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C
Sporozoa
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D
Ciliata
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Solution
The correct option is D Ciliata Ciliates are protozoans characterized by the presence of hair-like organelles called cilia that help in locomotion and feeding. All ciliates are uniquely characterized by the possession of two kinds of nuclei, a small micronucleus for sexual reproduction and a large macronucleus for all other processes. Thus the correct answer is option D.