Macrocyst
In today's world, Macrocyst has become a topic of great relevance and interest to many people. Since its emergence, Macrocyst has captured the public's attention and generated continuous debate in various areas. Its impact has been reflected in society, politics, economy and culture, becoming a central issue on the global agenda. As Macrocyst continues to evolve and take on new forms, its influence expands globally, generating endless perspectives and opinions. In this article, we will explore the different edges of Macrocyst and analyze its importance in the current context.
A macrocyst is an aggregate of cells of Dictyostelids formed during sexual reproduction enclosed in a cellulose wall.[1]: 468
If two amoebae of different mating types are present in a dark and wet environment, they can fuse during aggregation to form a giant cell. The giant cell will then engulf the other cells in the aggregate and encase the whole aggregate in a thick, cellulose wall to protect it. This is known as a macrocyst. Inside the macrocyst, the giant cell divides first through meiosis, then through mitosis to produce many haploid amoebae that will be released to feed as normal amoebae would.
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References
- ^ Brock, T (2006). Madigan, Michael T.; Martinko, John M (eds.). Biology of Microorganisms (11th ed.). Prentice Hall. p. 468. ISBN 9780131443297.
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