JAMB Biology 1987 Question 2

Question 2

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

Which of the following features of euglena is found only in animals?

  1. A.Paramylum granules
  2. B.Flagellum
  3. C.Pellicle
  4. D.Pyrenoid
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Answer: C (Pellicle)

Explanation

Euglena is covered by a flexible pellicle instead of a cellulose cell wall, an animal-like feature. Pyrenoids and stored carbohydrate are plant-like.