The emergence of multicellularity brought about several key developments:
- Cell specialization: Cells began to divide into groups based on their functions, with different cells taking on roles such as protection, digestion, contraction, reproduction, and irritation.
- Formation of tissues: The specialization of cells led to the formation of tissues.
- Increased body size: Multicellularity allowed for an increase in the overall size of organisms.
- Development of a skeleton: The evolutionary process led to the development of skeletal structures.
- Regeneration capabilities: Organisms gained the ability to regenerate parts of their bodies.
Key developments of multicellularity include cell specialization, tissue formation, increased body size, skeleton development, and regeneration.