Xenophyophores: The Strange Life of a Giant Single Cell

The video explores the mysterious xenophyophores, single-celled organisms found in the ocean. Despite their size, they are hard to study due to their fragility. Discovered by Henry Bowman Brady, they were classified as foraminifera. These organisms have multiple nuclei, allowing them to perform various functions. They scavenge materials to build their shells and can absorb metals, sometimes becoming radioactive. Scientists are still puzzled by their unique characteristics.

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