Unicellular organism Flashcards
1
Q
name two unicellular organisms
A
amoeba and euglena
2
Q
what is a unicellular organism
A
consists of one cell
no fixed shape
adapted to carry out many different functions
3
Q
why does a euglena have an eye spot
A
to detect light and speed up photosynthesis
4
Q
how do amoeba eat bacteria, algae and plant cells
A
engulfing them
5
Q
what does the nucleus control in an amoeba
A
growth and respiration
6
Q
why does a euglena have a flagellum
A
allows it to move towards light to make more food
7
Q
how do euglena make food
A
contain chloroplasts and make their own food by photosynthesis
