Your teacher gives you an unknown protist to classify that is currently inactive. The protist appears to have long lash-like appendages protruding from its cell surface. Which kind of locomotion can we expect from this protist?(1 point)
The appendages of this protist are not functional, and the protist moves passively via environmental forces.
The appendages of this protist will move in a sweeping motion like oars to actively propel the protist forward.
The appendages of this protist will move back and forth like a wagging tail to actively propel the protist forward.
The appendages of this protist will move in a dragging motion that actively pulls the protist
the appendages of this protist will move back and forth like a wagging tail to actively propel the protist forward <3
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A is correct
To determine the type of locomotion that can be expected from this protist, we can apply our knowledge of protist structures and functions. The fact that the protist has long lash-like appendages suggests that it may use these appendages for movement.
To confirm the exact type of locomotion, we would first need to observe the protist's behavior when it is active. However, since the protist is currently inactive, we may not be able to determine its exact locomotion method.
In this case, we can make an educated guess based on our understanding of similar protists. If the appendages are not functional, it is likely that the protist moves passively through its environment, being carried along by environmental forces such as water currents.
Therefore, the most suitable answer would be:
The appendages of this protist are not functional, and the protist moves passively via environmental forces.