Question

When you use toothpaste, part of a protist is helping to smooth and clean your teeth. Which part of the protist and type of protist are most likely responsible for this benefit to humans?

Answer 1

The answer is below.

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Answer 2

The protest that is present in toothpaste belongs to the phylum Chrysophytes species Diatoms. It has a flexible cell membrane which is made of silica. This will help them keep their cells shape, provides protection and helps keep water in its body.