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Which of the following groups of organisms have a protein rich layer called pellicle?
Which of the following groups of organisms have a protein rich layer called pellicle?
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The correct option is B Euglenoids
Euglenoids are unicellular flagellate protists. They are without the cell wall. The body is covered by thin and flexible pellicle which is a protein-rich layer. The pellicle has oblique but parallel stripes called myonemes. The pellicle is composed of fibrous elastic protein, the small amount of lipid and carbohydrates and maintains a definite shape. It is flexible enough to permit temporary changes in the body shape.
Euglenoids are unicellular flagellate protists. They are without the cell wall. The body is covered by thin and flexible pellicle which is a protein-rich layer. The pellicle has oblique but parallel stripes called myonemes. The pellicle is composed of fibrous elastic protein, the small amount of lipid and carbohydrates and maintains a definite shape. It is flexible enough to permit temporary changes in the body shape.
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