Among the vast variety of protists, which of the following are major producers in aquatic ecosystems?
Correct answer: C. Diatoms
- A. Amoebas
- B. Euglenophyta
- C. Diatoms
- D. Slime molds
Explanation
A. Producers second only to diatoms in marine ecosystemB. Often lose their chlorophyllC.Diatoms are responsible for over 40 percent of photosynthesis in the world's oceans, and without them, the ocean would be unable to support the amount of life that it does.D. Alternate source of food
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Kingdom Protista contains mainly unicellular eukaryotes, although some forms are colonial or multicellular, with varied nutritional and reproductive methods. Questions examine protozoans, algae and examples such as Amoeba, Paramecium and Euglena, while distinguishing protists from prokaryotes, fungi and true plants.
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