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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Biological Classification

Question:

Which statement accurately describes euglenoids?

Options:

Possession of a cellulose-based wall

Absence of pigments in their cells

Presence of a protein-rich layer called pellicle

These organisms are mostly marine

Correct Answer:

Presence of a protein-rich layer called pellicle

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) -Presence of a protein-rich layer called pellicle

Euglenoids
Majority of them are fresh water organisms found in stagnant water. Instead of a cell wall, they have a protein rich layer called pellicle which makes their body flexible. They have two flagella, a short and a long one. Though they are photosynthetic in the presence of sunlight, when deprived of sunlight they behave like heterotrophs by predating on other smaller organisms. Interestingly, the pigments of euglenoids are identical to those present in higher plants. Example: Euglena.