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flag·el·late [ˈflæʤəleɪt] VB trans form

1. flagellate REL:

to flagellate sb/oneself

jdn/sich geißeln

2. flagellate (in sex):

to flagellate sb

to flagellate sb (with whip)

jdn [aus]peitschen

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Although the cells were first believed to be flagellates, it has since been shown that they are fungi related to the core chytrids. en.wikipedia.org

For example, the early concept was the trivial homology of flagella of flagellates and pseudopodia of rhizopods. en.wikipedia.org

Many parasites that affect human health or economy are flagellates. en.wikipedia.org

Prey such as bacteria and smaller flagellates are ingested through a cytostome, supported by microtubules. en.wikipedia.org

Reproduction is thought to take place by formation of swarmer cells (formerly referred to as spores), which may be flagellate. en.wikipedia.org

Mineral nutrients cycle through this marine food chain, from bacteria and phytoplankton to flagellates and zooplankton who are then eaten by fish. en.wikipedia.org

In contrast, most other flagellates are "pulled" by their flagella. en.wikipedia.org

They vary from single-celled flagellates to simple colonial and filamentous forms. en.wikipedia.org

However, they retained their double-placement until the flagellates were split up, and both names are still used to refer to the group. en.wikipedia.org

Since the apical groove varies among species, the scientists used it to indicate differences between the unarmored flagellates. en.wikipedia.org

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