WAEC Biology 1993 Question 1

Question 1

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

The organ which is sensitive to light in Euglena is the

  1. A.gullet
  2. B.chloroplast
  3. C.eye spot
  4. D.contractile vacuole
  5. E.flagellum
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (eye spot)

Explanation

The red eye spot shades a light-sensitive swelling that lets Euglena swim towards light.