Term
Phylum Ciliophora
Movement? |
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Definition
| Infraciliature (organelles below) cilia. |
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Term
Phylum Ciliophora
Body Covering? |
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Definition
| Pellicle: Supportive Body Covering. |
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Term
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Definition
| Cytostome (mouth of cell). Suspension feeding and holozoic (ingest particulate foods). |
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Term
Phylum Ciliophora
Reproduction? |
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Definition
| Dimorphic Nuclei (2 Shapes: At least 1 macronucleus. At least 1 micronucleus). Conjugation: Temporary physical association between 2 individuals, exchanging genetic material. |
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Term
Phylum Ciliophora
Lifestyle? |
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Definition
| Mostly Free-Living. Some symbiotic, sessile. |
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