Flagellate
Flagellate
Flagellate (pronunciation: /ˈflajəˌlāt/) is a term used in biology to describe organisms, usually unicellular, that move using one or more whip-like appendages called flagella. The term is derived from the Latin word 'flagellum', meaning 'whip'.
Etymology
The term 'flagellate' is derived from the Latin 'flagellum', which translates to 'whip'. This is in reference to the whip-like structure, the flagellum, that these organisms use for locomotion.
Description
Flagellates are a diverse group of protists, with some species being free-living while others are parasitic. They can be found in a variety of habitats, including freshwater, marine environments, and the soil. Some flagellates are also important components of the microbiota in various organisms, including humans.
Classification
Flagellates were previously classified as a single group, but are now known to belong to various different taxonomic groups. Some of the major groups of flagellates include the dinoflagellates, kinetoplastids, and euglenids.
Related Terms
- Flagellum: A whip-like structure that allows a cell or organism to move.
- Protist: A diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms.
- Dinoflagellate: A group of flagellates that are primarily marine plankton.
- Kinetoplastid: A group of flagellates that includes several important parasites.
- Euglenid: A group of flagellates that includes both free-living and parasitic species.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flagellate
- Wikipedia's article - Flagellate
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