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What is paramecium?
A paramecium is a slipper-shaped protozoan which belongs to the class Protista. They are often found in lakes, ponds and puddles. They are constantly moving by beating rows of microscopic hairs, called cilia, that work like miniture oars. Paramecium feeds on bacteria and other microorganisms by sweeping them into its groove shaped mouth.


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