The scientist who created the group Protista for both unicellular plants and animals is:

Haeckel

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Solution

The correct option is B Haeckel
Protista was first observed by John Hogg in 1860. This kingdom was known as Kingdom 'Protoctista' at that time and consisted of unicellular plants and animals. In 1866 Ernst Haeckel coined the term 'Protista' for them.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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