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What is considered cellular eating?

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First described in the 19th century by scientist Élie Metchnikoff, cellular eating is a fundamental biological process for nutrient uptake and defense. Also known as endocytosis, this active transport mechanism is how cells consume external substances by engulfing them within their plasma membrane.