Which statement does not apply to apicomplexans?
A) They are parasites.
B) They have complex life cycles.
C) They lack contractile vacuoles.
D) Each has an apical mass of organelles that helps it enter hosts.
E) Each possesses small sacs just below its cell membrane.

Question

Which statement does not apply to apicomplexans?
A) They are parasites. 
B) They have complex life cycles.
C) They lack contractile vacuoles.
D) Each has an apical mass of organelles that helps it enter hosts.
E) Each possesses small sacs just below its cell membrane.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All statements except E apply to apicomplexans. Apicomplexans have a complex life cycle, lack contractile vacuoles, and have an apical mass of organelles that helps them enter hosts. They are also parasites. However, they do not possess small sacs just below their cell membrane.

Which Statement Does Not Apply to Apicomplexans