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Undulating membrane of Trypanosoma is for
  1. Locomotion
  2. Reproduction
  3. Protection
  4. Food absorption

A
Locomotion
B
Protection
C
Reproduction
D
Food absorption
Solution
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In some parasitic flagellates such as trypanosomes and trichomonads, undulating membrane is a fin-like extension usually associated with the flagellum. The presence of undulating membrane enhances motility of the parasite in a viscous fluid, such as blood.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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