Question

Which among the following are incorrect about volvox?

(a) Volvox grow in colonies

(b) The structure that connects them are called cytoplasmic bridges

(c) Daughter colonies of volvox grow inside the parent colony

(d) They are immobile due to absence of flagellum

I got this question at a job interview.

The origin of the question is Plant Kingdom topic in chapter Plant Kingdom of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Right choice is (d) They are immobile due to absence of flagellum

The explanation is: Volvox grows in colonies. The structures that connect them are called cytoplasmic bridges. Daughter colonies of volvox grow inside the parent colony. They contain flagellum that facilitates their movement.