11. Which of the following mechanisms is exhibited by amoeba when moving?*1 pointA. The cytoplasm of the amoeba bulges outward to move forward or engulf the prey.B. It moves in an upward and sideward manner to enable movement.C. The amoeba uses the pseudopodia to move in a circular motion to engulf its prey.D. The pseudopodia propel the amoeba forward in a whip-like motion.
Question
- Which of the following mechanisms is exhibited by amoeba when moving?*1 pointA. The cytoplasm of the amoeba bulges outward to move forward or engulf the prey.B. It moves in an upward and sideward manner to enable movement.C. The amoeba uses the pseudopodia to move in a circular motion to engulf its prey.D. The pseudopodia propel the amoeba forward in a whip-like motion.
Solution
The correct answer is A. The cytoplasm of the amoeba bulges outward to move forward or engulf the prey.
Here's the step by step explanation:
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The amoeba, a type of cell or unicellular organism, moves using a process called cytoplasmic streaming or pseudopod extension.
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In this process, the cytoplasm (the material
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