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BIOL 2117: Microbiology: Protozoa

This guide will assist students in locating resources and materials to learn more about Microorganisms and Human Diseases.

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What are Protozoa?

Protozoa Definition

PROTOZOA

Protozoa are eukaryotic microorganisms that are single celled but can be multicellular.

Classification of Protozoa

Protozoa are assigned to the kingdom Protista and are divided into four main groups called phyla or classes. Each group is classified based on their structure and their method of locomotion.  These groups include:

  • Amoeboid
  • Flagellates
  • Ciliates
  • sporozoa

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