Asked by Danielle Saenz on Apr 27, 2024

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diatoms

A) excavates
B) stramenopiles
C) alveolates
D) rhizarians
E) archaeplastidae
F) amoebozoans
G) choanoflagellates

Diatoms

Microscopic algae with a unique silica-based cell wall, playing a crucial role in aquatic ecosystems as primary producers.

Stramenopiles

A diverse group of eukaryotic organisms, including diatoms, brown algae, and water molds, characterized by the presence of fine, hairlike projections on their flagella.

  • Characterize the distinctions among protist groups by their structural properties.
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Miranda CastilloApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Diatoms are a type of stramenopile, which are characterized by having two unequal flagella and photosynthetic capabilities.