Rhizopod (Noun)
Meaning
Protozoa characterized by a pseudopod.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The amoeba is a type of rhizopod that uses its pseudopodia to capture and engulf its prey.
- Rhizopods are a type of protozoa that are characterized by the use of pseudopodia for movement and feeding.
- In the laboratory, scientists study the behavior of rhizopods by observing their pseudopodia under a microscope.
- Rhizopods are found in a variety of aquatic environments, including freshwater lakes and ponds.
- Under a microscope, rhizopods can be seen using their pseudopodia to slowly crawl across the surface of a slide.