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Ciliata (Noun)

Meaning

Class of protozoa having cilia or hairlike appendages on part or all of the surface during some part of the life cycle.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The ciliata class of protozoa is characterized by the presence of cilia or hairlike appendages on part or all of the surface during some part of the life cycle.
  • Ciliata are found in a wide range of aquatic environments, including freshwater lakes, rivers, and oceans.
  • Some species of ciliata are parasitic, while others are free-living and feed on bacteria and other small organisms.
  • The ciliata class includes many well-known species, such as Paramecium and Stentor, which are commonly studied in biology laboratories.
  • Ciliata have a unique body structure that allows them to move and feed using their cilia, which are often arranged in rows or tufts on the surface of the cell.

Synonyms

  • Class Ciliata
  • Class Ciliophora
  • Ciliophora
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