Diversity of Microbial Eukarya — Protists, Fungi, and Algal Lineages Explained | Chapter 18 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms
Diversity of Microbial Eukarya — Protists, Fungi, and Algal Lineages Explained | Chapter 18 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms Microbial eukaryotes encompass a wide range of life forms that are foundational to both ecosystem function and evolutionary history. Chapter 18 of Brock Biology of Microorganisms delves into the origin, structure, classification, and ecological importance of microbial eukarya—including protists, fungi, and algae. With a focus on cellular complexity and evolutionary innovation, this chapter highlights how microbial eukaryotes continue to shape life on Earth. Watch the complete video summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for chapter-by-chapter breakdowns of Brock Biology and more. Origins and Evolution of Eukaryotic Microbes Eukaryotic cells evolved through endosymbiotic events: mitochondria originated from α-proteobacteria, and chloroplasts from cyanobacteria. Some eukaryotes later acquired plastids through secondary endosymbiosis ...