Botany-(general)
NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following statements about dinoflagellates and euglenoids is correct?
A
Dinoflagellates possess a cell wall made of stiff cellulose plates while euglenoids have a protein-rich pellicle.
B
Both dinoflagellates and euglenoids are exclusively marine organisms.
C
Dinoflagellates are characterized by their ability to live in freshwater environments, unlike euglenoids.
D
Euglenoids primarily produce toxins that can harm marine life, similar to red dinoflagellates.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Dinoflagellates have a cell wall made of stiff cellulose plates, while euglenoids are characterized by a flexible protein-rich pellicle instead of a cell wall, as stated in the NCERT context.
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