Question
In which organisms these structures are found and what is their role?
  1. Paramylon.
  2. Pseudoplasmodia.
  3. Heterocysts.

Answer

  1. Paramylon: These are found in euglenoids. These are the products of photosynthesis which can be stored in the cytoplasm.
  2. Pseudoplasmodia: These are found in slime moulds. Pseudoplasmodia are formed when the food supply of the medium is exhausted.
  3. Heterocysts: Present in cyanobacteria. They are the sites of nitrogen-fixation.

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