Question

What maintains the cell shape of euglena?

Answer 1

Euglena:

1. Euglena is a unicellular eukaryote that exhibits characteristics of both plants and animals.
2. It is cylindrical with rounded anterior and tapered posterior ends.
3. They lack a rigid cellulose wall and instead have a flexible pellicle that enables euglena to alter its shape.
4. The pellicle is made up of protein strips arranged spirally along the body lining.
5. It is a complex proteinaceous layer that contains microtubules underneath and is covered by the plasma membrane.