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They are saprophytic fungus-like protists. Under suitable conditions, they form multinuclear cytoplasmic aggregate called plasmodia. Their spores possess true walls. Identify the organism.

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Dinoflagellates
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Euglenoids
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Slime molds
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Chrysophytes
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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.

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