difference between dinoflagellates and chrysophytes
Dinoflagellates are protists, half of the known species possessing chloroplast hence photosynthetic, while the other half being heterotrophic. Dinoflagellates are unique as they possess two flagella. The transverse flagellum providing forward motion to the organism while the longitudinal flagellum helps in propulsion. There is a rigid outer cell covering called theca. The cytoplasm contains typical eukaryotic cell organelles. There is a unique structure called pusule which may be related to osmoregulation, floating or waste disposal. Complex light sensing organelles , eyespot and ocellus are present.
Chrysophytes are unicellular, free swimming organisms found mainly in fresh water. These are important in maintaining the ecosystem of lake an they are the chief source of food for zooplanktons. They are generally photosynthetic but in the absence of sufficient light they start feeding on other organisms or on their remains.
Chrysophytes are unicellular, free swimming organisms found mainly in fresh water. These are important in maintaining the ecosystem of lake an they are the chief source of food for zooplanktons. They are generally photosynthetic but in the absence of sufficient light they start feeding on other organisms or on their remains.