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How can protozoa survive long dry periods?
ABy forming resting cysts
BBy growing a cell wall
CBy turning photosynthetic
DBy forming pseudopods
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. By forming resting cysts
Resting cysts let protozoa stay dormant until conditions improve.
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