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reproduction of algae

  • “mermaid's wine glass” algae
    In algae: Reproduction and life histories

    …a dormant state called a zygospore. Zygospores generally have a large store of food reserves and a thick, resistant cell wall. Following an appropriate environmental stimulus, such as a change in light, temperature, or nutrients, the zygospores are induced to germinate and start another period of growth.

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  • Paramecium caudatum
    In protist: Reproduction and life cycles

    …into a dormant stage (a zygospore). Temporary or long-lasting cysts may occur among other protist species as well. Many sporozoa and members of other totally parasitic phyla form a highly resistant stage—for example, the oocyst of the coccidian parasites, which may survive for a long time in the fecal material…

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