In the five-kingdom classification, the kingdom Protista includes: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the five-kingdom classification, the kingdom Protista includes:
A. Multicellular algae and bryophytes
B. Mushrooms and molds
C. Bacteria and cyanobacteria
D. Unicellular eukaryotes like amoeba and paramecium
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Protista includes unicellular eukaryotes such as protozoans (Amoeba, Paramecium), unicellular algae (Chlamydomonas, diatoms), and slime molds. They may be autotrophic or heterotrophic. Monera contains prokaryotes. Fungi include multicellular (except yeast) saprophytes. Plantae includes multicellular autotrophs. The protist kingdom is a 'catch-all' group for eukaryotes not fitting into fungi, plantae, or animalia.

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