A Two-Headed Ciliate and Other Adorable, Dead, and Extinct Things

A Two-Headed Ciliate and Other Adorable, Dead, and Extinct Things

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Biology

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The video explores unexpected discoveries in microscopy, starting with sea squirts and their symbiotic algae. It then examines ciliates, including a rare two-headed variant. An accidental fish capture reveals the iridescence of its eye, highlighting differences in light reflection. Finally, the video discusses mammoth hair from Siberia, seeking ancient ciliates, and reflects on climate change's role in revealing these ancient samples.

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What unexpected item did James receive from a coral farm?

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Describe the unique features of sea squirts as mentioned in the text.

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What challenges did James face while trying to film sea squirts?

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What is the significance of the ciliate called lapido tricolor phylum?

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How do fish eyes differ from human eyes according to the text?

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Discuss the implications of climate change as mentioned in relation to mammoth hair.

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What was James hoping to find in the bag of mammoth hair?

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