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A temporary projection from the cytoplasm of a cell. (Pseudo = false, pods = feet ... False feet)

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What is the structure motility in Amoeba?

Amoeba moves by extending pseudopods, which are temporary projections of the cell membrane and cytoplasm. These pseudopods are formed when the cytoplasm flows in the direction of movement. This structure allows Amoeba to exhibit an adaptable and flexible form of motility.


What protozoan has pseudopods?

The amoeba has pseudopods.


How does Entamoeba move?

Entamoeba moves by using structures called pseudopods, which are temporary extensions of its cell membrane that help it crawl and engulf food particles. These pseudopods are formed by the flow of cytoplasm in the direction of movement.


What do pseudopods use to obtain food?

pseudopods aka false foots use a food vacuole


Does amoeba captures food with the help of cilia?

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What kind of organism has pseudopods?

Organisms that have pseudopods are known as amoebas. Pseudopods are temporary "false feet" that form by cytoplasmic streaming to enable movement and engulfment of food. Amoebas use pseudopods for locomotion and capturing prey.


What are temporary extensions of a protozoans cytoplasm?

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How does arcella move?

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What are the pouches formed by amoebas so that they can move called?

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What rhymes with pseudopods?

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How does the ameobas move?

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What are temporary bulges of the cell membrane of an amoeba called?

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