In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Habitat and Habits of Dinoflagellates 2. Structure of Dinoflagellates 3. Reproduction 4. Economic Importance. Habitat and Habits of Dinoflagellates: (i) The din-flagellates are important component of phytoplankton. Most of them are marine but some occur in fresh water. Some din flagellates such as Gymnodinium and Gonyaulax grow […]
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Euglenoids: Structure and Reproduction | Protists
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Habitat and Habits of Euglenoids 2. Structure of Euglenoids 3. Reproduction 4. Euglena—The Spindle Organism. Habitat and Habits of Euglenoids: (i) Euglenoids occur in fresh water habitats and damp soils. (ii) Euglenoids swim actively in a liquid medium with the help of their long flagellum. They can […]
Types of Chrysophytes: 2 Types | Protists
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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 […]