Explain the type of organisms on the basis of number of cells present in their body.
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Organisms are classified based on cellular organization:
|
Type |
Definition |
Examples |
|
Unicellular |
Body consists of a single cell performing all life functions |
Amoeba, Paramecium, Bacteria, Chlamydomonas |
|
Multicellular |
Body composed of numerous cells with division of labor and tissue differentiation |
Plants (angiosperms), Animals (mammals), Fungi (mushrooms) |
Unicellular organisms exhibit metabolic diversity within one cell, while multicellular organisms achieve structural complexity through cellular differentiation and tissue specialization.
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