Question
Biology Question on biological classification
In which of the animal dimorphic nucleus is found
A
Amoeba proteus
B
Trypanosoma gambiens
C
Plasmodium vivax
D
Paramecium caudatum
Answer
Paramecium caudatum
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (D) : Paramecium caudatum
A species of unicellular creatures called Paramecium caudatum is a member of the Protista kingdom's phylum Ciliophora. They have two nuclei: a single, compact micronucleus and a huge macronucleus. They are unable to reproduce without the micronucleus and cannot survive without the macronucleus, which is the epicentre of all metabolic functions in the organism.