Bacteria only found in dry areas as cysts?

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Bacteria, protozoa, and unicellular algae typically thrive in moist environments due to their high surface area-to-volume ratio, which facilitates nutrient absorption and metabolic processes. In dry conditions, these organisms survive as cysts or spores, which are dormant forms that protect them from desiccation and environmental stress. The transition to these resilient states allows them to endure unfavorable conditions until moisture returns. If living bacteria are placed in a dry environment, they would likely dehydrate and die without the protective cyst or spore form. Understanding this adaptation is crucial for studying microbial life in varying habitats.
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Hi!
I'm doing a worksheet on Body Size, Heat Loss and SA/Vol Ratio.
The question I'm confused by is:

"The smallest organisms such as bacteria, protozoa and unicellular algae live in water or a saturated atmosphere. They are only found in dry situations as cysts or spores. Why?"

The wording is kind of confusing, but basically WHEN they're found in dry situations, why is it as cysts or spores? It should probably be somehow linkable to the topic.

Thanks! Any help would be appreciated http://biology-forums.com/Smileys/default/smiley-normal.png
(Not sure if this is where this is meant to go, sorry)
 
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