Cell Biology Basics

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Active Transport

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Energy-requiring movement of molecules from lower to higher concentration

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Cell Membrane

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Double-layer of phospholipids; controls passage of materials

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Cell Wall

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Rigid structure; protection, support, shape to cells in plants, algae, fungi, bacteria

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Cell Theory

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All organisms made of cells; cells from other cells; basic unit of life

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Cytoplasm

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Jellylike substance inside cells; contains molecules and organelles

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Cytoskeleton

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Network of proteins; supports and shapes eukaryotic cells

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Diffusion

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Movement of molecules from higher to lower concentration

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Endocytosis

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Uptake of liquids or large molecules by inward folding of cell membrane

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Endoplasmic Reticulum

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Interconnected network; produces, processes, distributes proteins

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Eukaryotic Cell

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Cell with nucleus and membrane-bound organelles