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Name the protozoan which inhabits the intestine of termites.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Relationship**: Recognize that termites and certain protozoa have a mutualistic relationship. This means both organisms benefit from each other. 2. **Identifying the Role of Termites**: Termites primarily consume wood, which is rich in cellulose. However, they lack the necessary enzymes to digest cellulose on their own. 3. **Role of Protozoa**: The protozoa that inhabit the intestines of termites produce enzymes that help break down cellulose, allowing termites to access nutrients from the wood. ...
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