Do unicellular organisms live longer

Unicellular organisms generally have shorter lifespans compared to multicellular organisms because they reproduce rapidly, often through binary fission, allowing for quick population turnover. While individual unicellular organisms may live for hours to days, their populations can persist indefinitely through continuous reproduction. In contrast, multicellular organisms typically have longer lifespans, ranging from years to decades, due to more complex biological systems and processes. Thus, while individual unicellular organisms have shorter lifespans, their species can endure over time through reproduction.