Multicellular & Unicellular Organisms LNE

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What are unicellular organisms?

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Unicellular organisms are living things made up of only one cell that can perform all life functions.

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What are multicellular organisms?

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Multicellular organisms are living things made up of more than one cell, where cells often specialize to perform different functions.

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What is a common characteristic of fungi and bacteria?

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Both fungi and bacteria can carry out all life functions in their one cell.

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How do nerve cells obtain nutrients?

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Nerve cells must get nutrients from a transport system because they are multicellular.

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What systems might a multicellular organism have?

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A multicellular organism may have a respiratory system, digestive system, skeletal system, and muscular system.

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How do algae survive?

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Algae survive because their single cell controls all the life processes.

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What allows single-celled organisms to survive without other cells?

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Single-celled organisms can perform all necessary functions within one cell.

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What is the role of specialized cells in multicellular organisms?

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Specialized cells in multicellular organisms perform specific functions, allowing the organism to carry out complex life processes.

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Can unicellular organisms be microscopic?

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Yes, many unicellular organisms are microscopic and cannot be seen without a microscope.

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What is an example of a unicellular organism?

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An example of a unicellular organism is an amoeba.