JIPMER2009BotanyThe Living World
Thigmotaxis is not shown by
Options
- AParamecium
- BAmoeba
- CAscaris
- DHydra
Correct answer
C. Ascaris
Step-by-step solution
Ascaris do not show thigmotaxis. Amoeba shows thigmotaxis. On coming in contact with a solid object Amoeba generally avoid it by moving in a different direction by forming pseudopodia. Hydra is known to respond to a variety of stimuli, both external and internal. On contact with a solid object other than a prey, the whole body usually contracts rather rapidly. On contact with a hard solid object Paramecium induces avoiding response.