The boundaries of Kingdom Protista are not well-defined because:
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Correct answer: Many members share traits with plants, fungi, or animals, so boundaries are disputed
Kingdom Protista acts as a biological 'junk drawer' for unicellular eukaryotes. Because many members share traits with plants, fungi, or animals, scientists often disagree on their exact classification, making the kingdom's boundaries inherently fuzzy.
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