Chapter
The Importance of Cells Living Inside One Another
45:49 - 51:38 (05:49)
In order to have multicellularity, cells must live inside one another to allow for efficient gene distribution and maintenance, leading to hierarchical control and better storage and use of energy.
Clips
This podcast episode discusses the metagenome of E. coli, which allows them to switch around different gene sets.
45:49 - 49:45 (03:56)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the metagenome of E. coli, which allows them to switch around different gene sets. Additionally, it explores the importance of electrical charges on bacterial membranes and the incorporation of power pack units with control units for optimal function.
ChapterThe Importance of Cells Living Inside One Another
Episode#318 – Nick Lane: Origin of Life, Evolution, Aliens, Biology, and Consciousness
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The development of multicellular organisms hinges on the ability to have cells living inside other cells, which allows for better information storage, use of energy, and hierarchical control.
49:45 - 51:38 (01:53)
Summary
The development of multicellular organisms hinges on the ability to have cells living inside other cells, which allows for better information storage, use of energy, and hierarchical control. This in turn requires a large number of genes in a single cell and the ability to maintain them.