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Which of the following is an example of Sporozoan Protozoa?

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Sporozoans,such as Plasmodium, are parasitic and lack locomotory structures in their mature stages. They reproduce via spores and often have complex life cycles.
Updated On: Jan 17, 2026
  • Entamoeba
  • Trypanosoma
  • Paramaecium
  • Plasmodium
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The Correct Option is D

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The class Sporozoa comprises protozoa characterized by spore-forming life cycle stages. Plasmodium, a notable sporozoan protozoan, causes human malaria and has a complex life cycle involving human and mosquito hosts. Other examples:
Entamoeba: Amoeboid protozoan, causes amoebiasis.
Trypanosoma: Flagellate protozoan, causes diseases like sleeping sickness.
Paramaecium: Ciliate protozoan, found in freshwater.
Consequently, only Plasmodium is classified as a sporozoan protozoan.
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