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What defines growth in unicellular organisms?
What defines growth in unicellular organisms?
How does growth happen in multicellular organisms?
How does growth happen in multicellular organisms?
Which statement is true regarding the growth of bacteria?
Which statement is true regarding the growth of bacteria?
What is a difference between unicellular and multicellular growth?
What is a difference between unicellular and multicellular growth?
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What happens during cell division in multicellular organisms?
What happens during cell division in multicellular organisms?
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Study Notes
Unicellular Organisms
- Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell.
- Growth involves the increase in size of this single cell.
- Example: Bacteria grow by enlarging their single cell until division.
Multicellular Organisms
- Multicellular organisms are composed of many cells.
- Growth occurs due to an increase in the number of cells through cell division (mitosis).
- Each cell divides to form more cells, leading to organismal growth.
- Example: In humans, cell division enables growth from a baby to an adult.
Growth Differences
- Unicellular: Growth is the enlargement of the single cell.
- Multicellular: Growth involves the generation of more cells to make the organism larger.
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Description
This quiz explores the differences between unicellular and multicellular organisms, focusing on their growth processes. You will learn how unicellular organisms grow by enlarging their single cell, while multicellular organisms grow through cell division. Test your understanding of these fundamental biological concepts.