How Two Microbes Changed History

The video explores the concept of endosymbiosis, a pivotal event in the evolution of life on Earth. It explains how tiny organisms began living inside others, leading to the development of eukaryotic cells. The video contrasts prokaryotes and eukaryotes, highlighting the complexity of the latter. It delves into the endosymbiotic theory, supported by evidence from mitochondria and chloroplasts, which resemble bacteria. The video also discusses multiple endosymbiotic events that shaped life, emphasizing the importance of these events in the diversity of life forms today.

What significant event occurred more than 2 billion years ago that changed the course of life on Earth?

How do scientists classify all living things based on their cellular structure?

What are the two main types of cells that living organisms can be classified into?

What is the theory that explains the origin of eukaryotes?

What are organelles, and why are they significant in eukaryotic cells?

What evidence supports the endosymbiotic theory regarding mitochondria and chloroplasts?

How did the relationship between host and guest cells evolve over time according to the endosymbiotic theory?