The cells of cellular slime molds bear a resemblance to:
a) flagellated cells
b) diatoms
c) ciliated cells
d) dinoflagllates
e) amoeboid cells
I think it's b!
e) amoeboid cells
Actually, the correct answer is e) amoeboid cells.
To arrive at this answer, let's break down the options and understand them:
a) Flagellated cells: These cells have whip-like structures called flagella that help them move. Cellular slime molds do not have flagella, so this option is not correct.
b) Diatoms: Diatoms are a type of single-celled algae that have a unique glass-like shell. Cellular slime molds are not related to diatoms, so this option is not correct.
c) Ciliated cells: Ciliated cells have hair-like structures called cilia that help with movement. While cellular slime molds can move, they do not possess cilia, so this option is not correct.
d) Dinoflagellates: Dinoflagellates are a type of single-celled algae that have two flagella, which allow them to move. These are not related to cellular slime molds, so this option is not correct.
e) Amoeboid cells: Amoeboid cells are capable of changing their shape and have the ability to move by extending pseudopods (temporary projections of the cell membrane). Cellular slime molds do have amoeboid cells that move by extending pseudopods, so this is the correct answer.
Therefore, the correct answer is e) amoeboid cells.