The cells of plasmodial slime molds can grow to several centimeters in diameter because
A)they have organelles.
B)they distribute nutrients by cytoplasmic streaming.
C)the large surface can absorb nutrients.
D)they form spores.
E)they have a mouth to ingest nutrients.

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Plasmodial slime molds are single cells with multiple nuclei that can grow large due to cytoplasmic streaming, which allows for efficient distribution of nutrients throughout the cell. The other choices do not explain the ability of plasmodial slime molds to grow to several centimeters in diameter.

The Cells of Plasmodial Slime Molds Can Grow to Several