Question

Euglenoids have a flexible pellicle composed of

carbohydrates.

lipids.

protein. NvM  The pellicle is composed of fibrous elastic protein, small amount of lipid or/and carbohydrates and maintains a definite shape. It is flexible enough to permit temporary changes in the body shape.



none of the above

Answer 1

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is the third option. Euglenoids have a flexible pellicle composed of protein strips. The pellicle has oblique but parallel stripes called myonemes. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.