Chapter 17.12, Problem 2MQ

Summary Introduction

Microsporidia are the tiny unicellular parasites of the protists and animals. Its size ranges from 2-5 μm. The microsporidia adapted to the parasitic lifestyle via the loss or elimination of the many of the key aspects of the eukaryotic biology. Structurally they are even more stripped down when compared to other amitochondriate eukaryotes. Some of the species of microsporidia infects the immunocompromised individuals frequently.