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Which kingdom is characterized by cells lacking a nucleus, being unicellular, and heterotrophic?

medium MCQ 2 marks Class 11 · Biology · The Living World
  1. Fungi
  2. Plantae
  3. Protista
  4. Bacteria
Answer
Bacteria

The correct answer is Bacteria — Therefore, the correct answer is Bacteria.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Cells lacking a nucleus indicates prokaryotic cells.
  2. Unicellular and heterotrophic traits also point to prokaryotes.
  3. Among the given kingdoms, only Bacteria fits these characteristics.
  4. Therefore, the correct answer is Bacteria.
Common mistake: Confusing Bacteria with Archaea or misidentifying Protista

Concept tested: Kingdom classification by cell type

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