Platyhelminthes & Algae Characteristics Flashcards
1
Q
Another name for Platyhelminthes?
A
Flatworms
2
Q
What is a type of platyhelminthe ?
A
Cestodes (tapeworm)
3
Q
Head that sucks for attachment
A
Scolex
4
Q
What organism absorbs food through cuticles?
A
Cestode (tapeworms)
AKA in the platyhelminthes family
5
Q
Body segments; that contain male and female reproductive organs in cestodes (tapeworms)?
A
Proglottids
6
Q
Algae can be considered what cellular arrangement?
A
Unicellular or filamentous photoautotrophs
7
Q
Algae lack ?
A
Lack roots, stems and leaves
8
Q
Water is necessary for algae why?
A
It is necessary for growth and reproduction
