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The Wonders of Slime Mold
04:53 - 10:33 (05:39)
Slime mold, a type of mold that lacks cell walls, is a decomposer that helps break down dead bacteria, molds, and yeast. There's a variety of different kinds of species of slime mold, and some can become very large.
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Slime mold is an important part of the food web as it feeds on bacteria, molds, and yeast that decompose dead things and gets eaten by other organisms.
04:53 - 07:27 (02:33)
Slime Mold
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Slime mold is an important part of the food web as it feeds on bacteria, molds, and yeast that decompose dead things and gets eaten by other organisms. It surrounds and absorbs its food to contribute to the nutrient cycle.
ChapterThe Wonders of Slime Mold
EpisodeSlime Mold: 0% Mold, 100% Amazing
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Slime molds are unique organisms that lack cell walls and consist of millions of nuclei, organelles, cytoplasm, and other cellular components.
07:27 - 10:33 (03:06)
Slime Mold
Summary
Slime molds are unique organisms that lack cell walls and consist of millions of nuclei, organelles, cytoplasm, and other cellular components. They come in different species, some of which can grow as big as a large pizza.