Which Characteristic Represents a Synapomorphy (Shared Derived Trait)of the Alveolates

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic represents a synapomorphy (shared derived trait) of the alveolates?

• A) The presence of peptidoglycan between membranes of an important organelle
• B) Rows of tubular hairs on the longer of two unequally sized flagella
• C) Air sacs below the cell membrane
• D) A fully parasitic lifestyle
• E) External shells of calcium carbonate

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