Asked by Davon Harris on May 03, 2024

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Four of the five answers are characteristics of diatoms. Select the exception.

A) two-part silica shells
B) photosynthetic
C) some produce a toxin that accumulates in fish, crabs, and shellfish
D) flagella
E) live in lakes, seas, and damp soils

Flagella

Long, whip-like structures that protrude from the cell body of certain cells, such as bacteria and sperm, used for locomotion.

Photosynthetic

Relating to the process by which green plants and certain other organisms use sunlight to synthesize nutrients from carbon dioxide and water.

  • Pinpoint the distinguishing features among various protist factions.
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Zybrea KnightMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Diatoms do not have flagella, which are whip-like structures used for movement.