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In Biology / High School | 2014-07-28

Name the process through which an amoeba acquires food from its external environment.

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The process through which an amoeba acquires food from its external environment called phagocytosis

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

Amoebas acquire food through a process called phagocytosis, where they engulf food particles using their cell membrane. The process involves forming a food vacuole, digesting the food with enzymes from lysosomes, absorbing nutrients, and expelling waste. This mechanism is crucial for their survival and nutrient recycling in ecosystems.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-26