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Amoebida

Amoebida

9.9
Single-celled organisms like amoebas that change shape and move using false feet
  • noun
  • /əˈmiːbɪdə/
  • Specialized
: amoebida
  • The unique movement of Amoebida is achieved by extending pseudopodia.

Examples

  • Scientists have classified several species within the order Amoebida.

  • Research on Amoebida has helped us understand single-celled life forms.

  • The Amoebida order includes various types of amoebas.

  • Did you know that Amoebida are single-celled organisms?

  • The order Amoebida is known for its diverse range of single-celled organisms.

  • Studies on Amoebida reveal important insights about microbial life.

  • Many scientists focus on Amoebida to explore adaptations of protozoan species.

Synonyms

Amoebina
vsAmoebida
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of single-celled creatures with shapeless bodies that move and eat using temporary arm-like parts

focuses on shapeless form and movement rather than feeding method
order Amoebida
vsAmoebida
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of one-celled creatures like amoebas

emphasizes shapeless bodies and movement by pseudopodia rather than mere inclusion

Compounds

order Amoebida
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of one-celled creatures like amoebas

Surface Forms

Amoebida singular
Amoebidae plural

Morphology

Amoebida = amoeba (semi-transparent) = amoeb + ida

The root 'amoeba' is obvious, but the suffix '-ida' is a specialized taxonomic ending unlikely to be known by an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Amoebida comes from the same root as amoeba, from an old Greek word amoibē meaning 'change'. The ending -ida marks a 'group', so Amoebida is the 'group of changeable amoebas', which fits because these single cells change shape and move by extending parts called pseudopodia.