Which Statement Does Not Apply to Apicomplexans

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which statement does not apply to apicomplexans?

• A) They are parasites.
• B) They have complex life cycles.
• C) They lack contractile vacuoles.
• D) Each has an apical mass of organelles that helps it enter hosts.
• E) Each possesses small sacs just below its cell membrane.

---

Definitions:

Choline

An essential nutrient that is part of the B-complex vitamin family; it's crucial for liver function, brain development, muscle movement, and metabolism.

Phosphatidic Acid

A fundamental diacylglycerol derivative with a phosphate group, playing a key role in lipid metabolism and the biosynthesis of glycerophospholipids.

Phospholipids

A class of lipids that are a major component of all cell membranes as they can form lipid bilayers.

Lipid Bilayer

A thin polar membrane made of two layers of lipid molecules; fundamental structure of cell membranes.