the immortal jellyfish
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What is the scientific name of the immortal jellyfish?
Turritopsis dohrnii.
How big is the immortal jellyfish?
About 4–5 mm wide (smaller than a fingernail).
What is the unique ability of the immortal jellyfish?
It can revert its adult body back to a polyp (baby stage) through transdifferentiation.
What does “transdifferentiation” mean?
It’s when cells change into completely different types, allowing the jellyfish to reverse its life cycle.
True or False: The immortal jellyfish cannot die.
False. It can die from predators, disease, or environmental hazards.
Why are scientists interested in the immortal jellyfish?
To study cell regeneration and explore possible applications in anti-aging and medicine.
When were its “immortal” abilities confirmed?
In the 1990s.
