The following points highlight the top ten theories to explain the locomotion in amoeba. 1. Adhesion Theory: According to this theory, locomotion in Amoeba is performed by adhesion similar to drop of water which spreads irregularly on uneven glass plate. The protoplasm flows, like the fluid of the drop, in the path of greater adhesion. Due to adhesive properties pseudopodia [...]
In this article we will discuss about Elphidium:- 1. Habit and Habitat of Elphidium 2. Structure of Elphidium 3. Locomotion 4. Nutrition 5. Reproduction and Life Cycle. Habit and Habitat of Elphidium: Elphidium is a marine form, found abundantly on the bottom of the ocean. It is found creeping about on sea-weeds to a depth of 300 fathoms (one fathom [...]
In this article we will discuss about Eimeria Schubergi:- 1. Habit and Habitat of Eimeria Schubergi 2. Structure of Eimeria Schubergi 3. Nutrition 4. Life Cycle 5. Pathogenicity. Habit and Habitat of Eimeria Schubergi: Eimeria schubergi is an intracellular parasite in the epithelial cells of alimentary canal of centipede, Eithobius forficatus. The greater part of the life cycle of Eimeria [...]