Protozoans are an important part of the food chain, ingesting large numbers of
A) fish and crabs.
B) bacteria and algae.
C) shellfish and algae.
D) other protozoans.
E) bacteria and fungi.

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Protozoans typically feed on bacteria and algae, playing an important role in recycling nutrients and maintaining ecological balance. While some protozoans may consume other protozoans, they are not a primary source of their diet. They generally do not consume larger animals like fish, crabs, or shellfish. Bacteria and fungi may also be part of their diet, but algae and bacteria are the main source of food for most protozoans.

Protozoans Are an Important Part of the Food Chain, Ingesting