What makes the Archamoebae different from other protists?
Q: What makes the Archamoebae different from other protists?
A: The Archamoebae have no mitochondria, which is unusual among protists.
Q: What are some examples of genera within the Archamoebae group?
A: Some examples of genera within the Archamoebae group are Entamoeba and Endolimax.
Q: Are all Archamoebae harmful to humans?
A: No, not all Archamoebae are harmful to humans. Some genera are human pathogens, but others live in freshwater habitats and are not harmful to humans.
Q: Do Archamoebae have flagella?
A: Some genera of Archamoebae that live in freshwater habitats have flagella.
Q: How many nuclei and flagella do most Archamoebae have?
A: Most Archamoebae have a single nucleus and flagellum.
Q: What is Pelomyxa?
A: Pelomyxa is a giant amoeba that has many nuclei and flagella.
Q: What is the relationship between the Archamoebae and the slime molds?
A: The Archamoebae are close relatives of the slime molds, as they are both a part of the Amoebozoa group.