The following points highlight the two types of Chrysophytes. The types are: 1. Diatoms 2. Desmids. Chrysophytes: Type # 1. Diatoms: i. Habitat and Habits: (i) Diatoms occur in all aquatic and moist terrestrial habitats. (ii) They may be free floating or bottom dwellers. The free floating forms remain suspended on the surface of water by mucilage secretion and presence [...]
The following points highlight the five modes of locomotion in Protists. The modes are: 1. Pseudopodial Locomotion 2. Flagellar Locomotion 3. Ciliary Locomotion 4. Wriggling Locomotion 5. Locomotion by Mucilage Propulsion. Mode # 1. Pseudopodial Locomotion: It is slow creeping type of locomotion which is performed with the help of protoplasmic outgrowths called pseudopodia. Pseudopodial locomotion occurs in sarcodines and [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Significance and Types of Slime Moulds. Significance of Slime Moulds: (i) The slime moulds cause the decay and decomposition of the organic matter in the soil. (ii) They creep over the ornamental plants and make them look ugly. (iii) Their attractive colours are of artistic value. (iv) The plasmodia of slime moulds [...]