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When an amoeba moves, its flexible cell membrane extends outward, forming a pseudopod, or temporary arm. This bulging allows the cytoplasm to flow into the newly formed pseudopod, propelling the cell in that direction. The process is driven by the amoeba's ability to reorganize its internal cytoskeleton, enabling it to change shape and navigate its environment. Overall, this movement is a key characteristic of amoeboid locomotion.

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