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Figure 4

From: Biology and pathogenesis of Acanthamoeba

Figure 4

The life cycle of Acanthamoeba spp. Under favourable conditions, Acanthamoeba remains in the trophozoite form and divides mitotically ( A ) and produces infection, while under harsh conditions amoeba transforms into a dormant cyst form ( B ) that is highly resistant to harsh conditions.

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