A Point Estimate Is a Single Number That Is Used

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A point estimate is a single number that is used as an estimate of a population parameter or population characteristic. It is usually derived from a random sample from the population of interest.

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Definitions:

Axopods

Long, slender, and sometimes retractable projections of some eukaryotic cells involved in locomotion or feeding.

Flagellated Cells

Cells possessing one or more flagella, which are long, whip-like structures that can propel the cells through liquid environments.

Red Algae

A large group of algae known for their reddish color, which is caused by phycoerythrin; they are mostly marine and play a role in coral reef ecosystems.

Serial Endosymbiosis Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that the organelles of eukaryotic cells, such as mitochondria and chloroplasts, originated as symbiotic relationships between separate prokaryotic organisms.