In Amoeba and Paramecium osmoregulation occurs through

Correct answer: C. Contractile vacuole

  • A. Pseudopodia
  • B. Nucleus
  • C. Contractile vacuole
  • D. General surface

Explanation

In both Amoeba and Paramecium, osmoregulation occurs through a specialized organelle called the contractile vacuole. The contractile vacuole is responsible for regulating the water content and maintaining the osmotic balance within these single-celled organisms. As they live in aquatic environments, water constantly moves into their cells by osmosis, and the contractile vacuole helps them remove excess water to prevent bursting or lysing.

Last updated

Related questions