Flinching Saves Lives in the Microcosmos

The video explores the microcosmos, focusing on ciliates and their defense mechanisms against predators. It highlights the rapid contraction abilities of organisms like Vorticella and Stentor, driven by calcium ions. The video delves into the physical and chemical factors influencing these contractions and discusses the evolutionary significance of calcium in biological systems.

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