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It literally translates to "fake foot" and is used for feeding and locomotion in microscopic organisms.

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Does cyanobacteria have pseudopodia?

No, cyanobacteria do not have pseudopodia. Pseudopodia are temporary protrusions of the cell membrane used for movement in certain single-celled organisms like amoebas, while cyanobacteria move through gliding or floating.


What does pseudopodia do?

Pseudopodia are temporary extensions of the cell membrane used for movement in certain cells, such as amoebas. They can also be used to engulf food particles during phagocytosis.


Pseudopodia are present in?

Pseudopodia are present in Amoeba.


Pseudopodia is a structure used for?

The best example is amoeba. They move by using these "false feet" extending their cell into what looks like foot and then retracting it. That results in them pulling themselves forward or to the side.


What protist uses pseudopodia?

Amoeba are famous for their pseudopodia.


When does an Ameoba form a pseudopodia?

It forms pseudopodia to obtain its food.


What possess pseudopodia?

Pseudopodia is the plural of the singular noun pseudopodium.


What structures are responsible for irritability in amoeba?

Pseudopodia


How do protozoans move'?

Protozoans move with the help Pseudopodia, cilia and flagella. Pseudopodia - Amoeba Cilia - Paramaecium Flagella - Euglena


What are Pseudopodia that are broad and are used for locomotion and engulfing food called?

Pseudopodia that are broad and used for locomotion and engulfing food are called lobopodia. These are typically large and rounded extensions of cytoplasm that enable amoeboid cells to move and capture prey.


How do you pronounce pseudopodia?

Pseudopodia is pronounced soo-duh-poh-dee-uh. It is the temporary projection from the cell of a amoeboid protozan. It is used for feed and locomotion.


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