Question

When you use toothpaste, part of a protist is helping to smooth and clean your teeth. Which part of

protist are most likely responsible for this benefit to humans?
• cell walls; plant-like
flagellum; plant-like
spores; fungus-like
cilia; animal-like

Answer 1

cell wall plant like

Explanation: they are actually bits of diatoms which are housed in cell walls of glass

diatoms are part of dynamite too so think about that when you are brushing your teeth next time ;)