Question

multiple - choice 6.15 points which of the following organisms are used as a model organism to characterize the evolutionary step for unicellular to multicellular life, and, particularly, how some, but not all cells may go on to begin the next generation (have descendants)?
discoglossidae
slime molds
trypanosoma
giardia

Explanation:

Discussing model organisms for the evolutionary step from unicellular to multicellular life, Dictyostelium is well - known for its ability to form multicellular aggregates under certain conditions, while others like Slime molds are a general term and not as specific a model, Trypanosoma is a parasitic protozoan mainly studied for its pathogenicity, and Giardia is a parasitic organism focused on for its role in causing disease.

Answer:

Dictyostelium