NEET Botany Protista Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): Euglenoids lack a cell wall, which contributes to their flexible body structure. | Reason (R): Euglenoids have a protein-rich layer called the pellicle that provides structural support in place of a cell wall.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Euglenoids lack a cell wall and instead have a flexible protein-rich layer called the pellicle that provides structural support and flexibility, explaining why they do not have a rigid cell wall.
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