Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Reproduction in Organisms

Question:
Under unfavourable condition the phenomenon known as encystation is found in which of the following organism?
Options:
Penicillium
Amoeba
Hydra
Paramecium
Correct Answer:
Amoeba
Explanation:
Under unfavourable condition the Amoeba withdraws its pseudopodia and secretes a three-layered hard covering or cyst around itself. This phenomenon is termed as encystation. When favourable conditions return, the encysted Amoeba divides by multiple fission and produces many minute amoeba.