Question

Give 2 characteristics of rhizopoda

Answer 1

Answer & explanation

They are characterized by the possession of pseudopodia, which are used for locomotion and engulfing food particles. Rhizopods are found in freshwater and marine habitats and the soil. OR

The Rhizopoda may be defined as Protozoa which are destitute of a mouth, are simple or compound, and possess the power of emitting "pseudo-podia" They are mostly small, but some of the composite forms, such as the sponges, may attain a very considerable size.