• 8Jul 08

  Level 34 Paramecium

  Paramecia are a group of unicellular ciliate protozoa formerly known as slipper animalcules from their slipper shape. They are commonly studied as a representative of the ciliate group. Paramecia range from about 50 to 350 μm in length, depending on species. Simple cilia cover the body which allow the cell to move with a synchronous motion (like a caterpilla). There is also a deep oral groove containing inconspicuous compound oral cilia (as found in other peniculids) that is used to draw food inside. They generally feed upon bacteria and other small cells. Osmoregulation is carried out by a pair of contractile vacuoles, which actively expel water absorbed by osmosis from their surroundings.

  Paramecia are widespread in freshwater environments, and are especially common in scums. Paramecia are attracted by acidic conditions. Certain single-celled eukaryotes, such as Paramecium, are examples for exceptions to the universality of the genetic code (translation systems where a few codons differ from the standard ones).

  Maybe someone can help me discover how this pertains to video games

  • Posted Jul 8, 2008 9:42 am PT
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• 4Jul 08

  Happy 4th of July

  Hope everyone has a great independence day, stay safe and have a lot of fun.
  • Posted Jul 4, 2008 1:54 pm PT
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• 1Jun 08

  R.I.P Harvey Korman

  Best known for his work on the Carol Burnette Show, he and Tim Conway made a great team on the show, Harvey would try and play it staright and Tim would make him bust a smile. But his performance in "Blazing Saddles" is how i remember him most. He played Hedy "thats Hedley" Lamarr.

  Rest in peace Harvey, you will be missed.

  

  • Posted Jun 1, 2008 10:47 am PT
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