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Pro·to·zo·a
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-zoa
indicating groups of animal organisms -
alternative pathway
the activation of complement by contact with polysaccharides on bacteria, protozoa, or yeast cells: a nonspecific immune response. Compare classical pathway. -
ameba
An ameba is the smallest kind of living creature. Amebae consist of only one cell, and are found in water or soil. -
biofouling
the degradation of an artificial surface by biological growth -
ciliophora
a phylum of protozoa in the kingdom Protista, comprising the ciliates. -
flagellum
A slender threadlike structure, especially a microscopic whiplike appendage that enables many protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa, etc., to swim.