Unicellular vs Multicellular

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What is a unicellular organism?

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A unicellular organism is made up of a single cell that performs all life processes.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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A multicellular organism is made up of multiple cells that work together to perform life processes.

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How do unicellular organisms perform life processes?

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Unicellular organisms perform all life processes within one cell.

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How do multicellular organisms perform life processes?

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Multicellular organisms have specialized cells that perform different functions, working together for the organism's survival.

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What is cell specialization?

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Cell specialization is when different types of cells have specific functions in a multicellular organism.

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Give an example of a unicellular organism.

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Bacteria are examples of unicellular organisms.

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Give an example of a multicellular organism.

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Humans are examples of multicellular organisms.

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What is the role of specialized cells in multicellular organisms?

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Specialized cells perform specific functions that contribute to the overall health and survival of the organism.

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What is a characteristic of most unicellular organisms?

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Most unicellular organisms perform all life processes within their single cell.

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What is a characteristic of multicellular organisms?

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Multicellular organisms have cells that are specialized for different functions.