GK QUESTION#3930
The temporary, finger-like extensions of an Amoeba’s cell surface, used for movement and food intake, are called:
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C. Pseudopodia
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Pseudopodia are temporary cytoplasmic projections used by Amoeba for locomotion and engulfing food by phagocytosis. Filopodia and lamellipodia describe particular projection forms; pseudopodia is the general name intended in this introductory Amoeba description.