In the five-kingdom classification, which kingdom includes organisms that are eukaryotic, multicellular, and obtain nutrition by absorption? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the five-kingdom classification, which kingdom includes organisms that are eukaryotic, multicellular, and obtain nutrition by absorption?
A. Fungi
B. Protista
C. Monera
D. Plantae
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Fungi are eukaryotic, mostly multicellular (except yeast), and are heterotrophic by absorption (saprophytic or parasitic). Their cell walls contain chitin. Monera are prokaryotic, Protista are unicellular eukaryotes, Plantae are autotrophic multicellular organisms. Fungi play key roles as decomposers in ecosystems.

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