ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Unicellular organism

Okay kiddo, let's talk about unicellular organisms! These are living things that are made up of only one cell.

Now, what's a cell, you ask? Well, a cell is like a tiny, tiny building block that makes up all living things. It's so small that you need a special microscope to see it.

Now, unicellular organisms are pretty cool because even though they're only made up of one cell, that cell can do everything it needs to survive! That one tiny cell can eat, breathe, move around, and even reproduce (make more cells).

Some examples of unicellular organisms are bacteria, yeast, and amoebas. They might seem really small and simple compared to us humans, but they're actually really important because they help keep our world balanced.

So, next time you look through a microscope, remember that you're probably looking at a tiny world filled with all kinds of amazing unicellular organisms. Cool, huh?