Q. Phagocytosis and pinocytosis are collectively termed as
A) Endocytosis
B) Suspension feeding
C) Omnivores
D) Mucous trap
Explanation
The inward transport of molecule is called endocytosis. Phagocytosis is a type of endocytosis whereby certain cells and unicellular oganisms are capable of ingesting and digesting solid material. Pinocytosis is a type of endocytosis whereby cells are capable of ingesting liquid food.
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