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What does the prefix 'multi' mean in the term multicellular?
What does the prefix 'multi' mean in the term multicellular?
- Small
- Complex
- Single
- Many (correct)
How do multicellular organisms differ from unicellular organisms?
How do multicellular organisms differ from unicellular organisms?
- Size and complexity (correct)
- Metabolic processes
- Genetic material
- Number of organelles
What is the main function of specialization in multicellular organisms?
What is the main function of specialization in multicellular organisms?
- Enhanced cell division
- Increased genetic diversity
- Improved cellular respiration
- Specific roles for different cells (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a unicellular organism?
Which of the following is an example of a unicellular organism?
What is the role of red blood cells in multicellular organisms?
What is the role of red blood cells in multicellular organisms?
What is the largest category used in taxonomy to classify organisms based on cell type?
What is the largest category used in taxonomy to classify organisms based on cell type?
Which domain consists of unicellular prokaryotes?
Which domain consists of unicellular prokaryotes?
What distinguishes multicellular autotrophs in kingdom Protista from those in kingdom Plantae?
What distinguishes multicellular autotrophs in kingdom Protista from those in kingdom Plantae?
Which kingdom includes non-motile multicellular heterotrophs that gain food through extracellular digestion?
Which kingdom includes non-motile multicellular heterotrophs that gain food through extracellular digestion?
What characteristic is shared by all animals and distinguishes them from plants?
What characteristic is shared by all animals and distinguishes them from plants?
Flashcards
multi
multi
A prefix meaning 'many'.
multicellular organisms
multicellular organisms
Organisms made up of many cells, larger and more complex than unicellular organisms.
unicellular organisms
unicellular organisms
Organisms consisting of a single cell, such as bacteria.
specialization
specialization
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red blood cells function
red blood cells function
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taxonomy category
taxonomy category
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prokaryotes
prokaryotes
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chloroplast presence
chloroplast presence
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Fungi characteristics
Fungi characteristics
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animal distinction
animal distinction
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Study Notes
Classification and Characteristics of Multicellular Organisms
- Organisms are classified using taxonomy, with the largest category being domain, based on cell type
- Three main domains: Eubacteria, Archaebacteria, Eukarya
- Eubacteria and archaebacteria are unicellular prokaryotes, Eukarya are more complex and basis of multicellular organisms
- Evolutionary relationships between domains determined through protein and ribosomal RNA patterns
- After domains, organisms sorted into Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
- Multicellular autotrophs belong to Plantae (contain chloroplasts for photosynthesis) and Protista (including kelp)
- Multicellular autotrophs in kingdom Protista and Plantae differ in specialized cells, such as chloroplasts
- Multicellular heterotrophs are in Animalia (motile, must eat for energy) and Fungi (non-motile, gain food through extracellular digestion)
- Multicellular organisms have specialized cells, communication systems, transport systems, eukaryotic cells, and increase in size with cell number
- All plants are multicellular autotrophs, immotile, with specialized tissues and organs for communication and transportation
- All animals are multicellular, motile, and heterotrophic, requiring food for energy
- Examples of multicellular organisms include trees, grass, animals like fish and cheetahs, and fungi like mushrooms
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Test your knowledge of the classification and characteristics of multicellular organisms in this quiz. Explore taxonomy, domains, evolutionary relationships, specialized cells, and the differences between multicellular autotrophs and heterotrophs. Gain insights into the diverse world of plants, animals, and fungi as you dive into this quiz.
