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='''Overview'''=
='''Overview'''=
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Flagellates are microscopic, unicellular protists that are usually colorless or green. They are characterized by having one or more flagella, which is a hair-like whip organelle. There are many different types of flagellates, and they all have different lifestyles. Some are make up colonies and others live as single cells. [[File:Flagellate.jpg|right|100px|caption]]
Flagellates are microscopic, unicellular protists that are usually colorless or green. They are characterized by having one or more flagella, which is a hair-like whip organelle. There are many different types of flagellates, and they all have different lifestyles. Some are make up colonies and others live as single cells.  
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==''Euglena''==
==''Euglena''==
: Cell Structure
: Cell Structure
::*The '''nucleus''' is a membrane bound organelle that contains DNA.
::*The '''plasma membrane''' is a semi-permeable membrane that surrounds the cytoplasm.
::*'''Cytoplasm''' is a gel-like substance that contains all the organelles.
::*'''Chloroplasts''' contain chlorophyll which enable photosynthesis and cause their green color.
::*The '''eyespot''' is a red area that aids in the detection of light.
::*The '''photorecptor''' is another light sensitive area. It is near the flagellum, and it assists in moving to or away from light.


=References=
=References=
[1]Bailey, Regina. “Eugena Cells.” ThoughtCo, 26 Jan. 2018, www.thoughtco.com/about-euglena-cells-4099133.
[1] Bailey, Regina. “Eugena Cells.” ThoughtCo, 26 Jan. 2018, www.thoughtco.com/about-euglena-cells-4099133.
[2] "Flagellates.” Environmental Leverage, 2003, www.environmentalleverage.com/Flagellates.htm.
Palande, Leena. “Volvox Facts.” Biology Wise, biologywise.com/volvox-facts.
Palande, Leena. “Volvox Facts.” Biology Wise, biologywise.com/volvox-facts.

Revision as of 18:59, 11 April 2019

Overview


Flagellates are microscopic, unicellular protists that are usually colorless or green. They are characterized by having one or more flagella, which is a hair-like whip organelle. There are many different types of flagellates, and they all have different lifestyles. Some are make up colonies and others live as single cells.

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Environment


Flagellates can be found in ponds, lagoons, and even shallow puddles. Wherever there are large amounts of soluble food, flagellates are there.

Examples


Euglena

Cell Structure

References

[1] Bailey, Regina. “Eugena Cells.” ThoughtCo, 26 Jan. 2018, www.thoughtco.com/about-euglena-cells-4099133. [2] "Flagellates.” Environmental Leverage, 2003, www.environmentalleverage.com/Flagellates.htm. Palande, Leena. “Volvox Facts.” Biology Wise, biologywise.com/volvox-facts.