Question

Which of the following groups of organisms are categorized under Protista as per Whittaker’s classification?

• A. Euglenoids
• B. Chrysophytes and dinoflagellates
• C. Slime molds and protozoans
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. As per Whittaker's classification, the kingdom Protista is composed of unicellular eukaryotes.
2. It includes chrysophytes, which are composed of diatoms and dinoflagellates.
3. It also includes euglenoids.
4. It also includes protozoans and slime molds. Protozoans include Paramecium, amoeba, and plasmodium.

Final answer: As per Whittaker's classification, all the above organisms (Euglenoids, Chrysophytes and Dinoflagellates, Slime molds, and Protozoans) are categorized under the Protista Kingdom.