They are saprophytic fungus-like protists. Under suitable conditions, they form multinuclear cytoplasmic aggregate called plasmodia. Their spores possess true walls. Identify the organism.
A
Dinoflagellates
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B
Euglenoids
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C
Slime molds
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D
Chrysophytes
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Solution
The correct option is C Slime molds Slime molds are saprophytic and fungus-like protists. They exist as a mass of cytoplasm with multiple nuclei. This aggregate stage of their life cycle is called plasmodia. They reproduce by producing haploid spores with true walls.