Cell diversity and viruses

Question 1

Slime molds

Answer 1

Originally classified as part of the fungi branch, but now group with the kingdom protista

Question 2

Slime molds characteristics

Answer 2

• Not a mold
• Eukaryotic single cell organism
• Use a primitive form of sexual reproduction (spores)
• Size: less then 1cm to several square meters
• Multinucleated (1 cell has 1000s of nuclei)
• They have an amazing capacity to move around and respond to the environment

Question 3

Cells are highly complex and organized

Answer 3

• Contain a large number of “parts”
• Organized with respect to time and space
• Fidelity of interactions is maintained through control of regulation of “parts”
  *Provides great precision in cellular actvities