protozoa

Meanings

• noun

  Unicellular organisms that are the simplest form of life and exist in various shapes and sizes. Protozoans have a diverse range of feeding habits and modes of locomotion.

  - "Protozoa are a diverse group of unicellular organisms that inhabit various environments."
  - "The study of protozoa is called protozoology."

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Synonyms

protozooid , protozoon

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Variants

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protozoa , protozoon

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Etymology

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From the Ancient Greek word 'protos' meaning 'first' and 'zōon' meaning 'animal'. Protozoans were the first animals to be discovered.

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Trivia

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1. Protozoa are the oldest known form of life on Earth.

2. There are over 100,000 known species of protozoa.

3. Protozoa can survive in extreme environments, such as hot springs and acidic lakes.

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1. Eukaryotes: Multicellular organisms whose cells have a defined nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

2. Microorganisms: Organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eye.

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Culture

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Protozoa have been studied extensively in various fields, including medicine, biology, and ecology. They play a crucial role in the food chain and have been used as models for understanding basic biological processes.

How to Memorize "protozoa"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a microscopic organism that moves around in a pond or a drop of water. Visualize its various shapes and sizes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'protozoa' with the first animals discovered.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'protozoa' as 'the first zoo of animals'.

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