How does an amoeba proteus obtain its energy?
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How does an Amoeba proteus obtain its energy?
Amoeba Proteus:
Amoeba proteus is one of the largest species of amoebas, measuring up to 750 microns in diameter. While this may seem large, the size only converts to 0.75 millimeters. As most amoebas, the shape is amorphous or ever-changing shape.
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View this answerAmoeba proteus obtains its energy from external food sources. This means that it must capture smaller organisms and organic material form its...
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Chapter 2 / Lesson 52Amoebas are some of the smallest organisms, being made of only a single cell. Learn about these microscopic creatures to understand how they move, eat, and reproduce.
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