The Cells of Plasmodial Slime Molds Can Grow to Several

question 18

Multiple Choice

The cells of plasmodial slime molds can grow to several centimeters in diameter because

• A) they distribute nutrients by cytoplasmic streaming.
• B) they have a mouth to ingest nutrients.
• C) they form spores.
• D) the large surface can absorb nutrients.
• E) they have organelles.

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