Short Answer TypeDiscuss how classification systems have undergone several changes over a period of time?
Long Answer TypeShort Answer TypeLong Answer TypeGive a comparative account of the classes of Kingdom Fungi under the following:(i) Mode of nutrition (ii) Mode of reproduction.
Short Answer TypeWhat are the characteristic features of Euglenoids?
Euglenoids have the following characteristics:
i. They are unicellular protists commonly found in fresh water.
ii. Instead of cell wall, a protein-rich cell membrane known as pellicle is present.
iii They bear two flagella on the anterior end of the body.
iv. A small light sensitive eye spot is present.
v. They contain photosynthetic pigments such as chlorophyll and can thus prepare their own food. However, in absence of light, they behave similar to heterotrophs by capturing other small aquatic organisms.
vi. They have both plant and animal-like features, which makes them difficult to classify.
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