Sexual process of ciliates is controlled by?
Correct answer: D. Both A and B
- A. Micronuclei
- B. Macronuclei
- C. Sex Pilli
- D. Both A and B
Explanation
During conjugation two ciliates come into contact with each other forming a cytoplasmic bridge between them. This is followed by a process called meiosis of the micronuclei of either cell to producer haploid micronuclei.
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