Zoology-Types of Movement
NEET Zoology Types of Movement MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11
A diagram illustrates a Paramoecium with labeled cilia. Which statement accurately describes the role of cilia in Paramoecium?
A
Cilia only help in locomotion, allowing the organism to move.
B
Cilia assist in both locomotion and feeding by moving food through the cytopharynx.
C
Cilia are responsible solely for moving food into the oral groove.
D
Cilia serve the primary function of anchoring the organism to surfaces.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
In Paramoecium, cilia aid in locomotion and also help move food through the cytopharynx, which reflects the dual role of these structures.
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