Question

Why is Paramecium commonly called ‘slipper animalcules’?​

Answer 1

The structure of paramecium seems to look like a slipper. It's flat structure is the reason for it to be called slipper animalcules.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Paramecium are called "slipper animalcules" because of their slipper like shape. They are unicellular organisms usually less than . 01 inch in length and covered with minute hairlike projections called cilia. ... They also provide the "touch" sense that allows the paramecium to navigate its world.