The Endosymbiotic Theory Says That Precursor Eukaryotic Cells Acquired Mitochondria

question 24

Multiple Choice

The endosymbiotic theory says that precursor eukaryotic cells acquired mitochondria by endosymbiosis with a _____ ancestor, and others gained photosynthetic ability from endosymbiosis with a _____ ancestor.

• A)protozoan, algae
• B)archaea, cyanobacteria
• C)rickettsial, cyanobacteria
• D)helminth, algae
• E)None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Olfactory Mucosa

The specialized epithelial tissue inside the nasal cavity that houses the olfactory receptors, crucial for the sense of smell.

Taste Receptors

Specialized sensory cells located on the tongue that are responsible for detecting different types of tastes, such as sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Supertasters

Individuals who have a heightened sense of taste, often due to a greater number of taste buds on their tongue.