Cell Biology Basics

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What is the smallest living unit?

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Cells

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What does the Cell Theory state?

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All living things are made of cells, all cells come from pre-existing cells, cells are the basic unit of life.

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What are the characteristics of all cells?

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All cells have a cell membrane, cytoplasm, organelles, and a control center with DNA.

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What are the two types of cells?

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Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic

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What is the function of the plasma membrane?

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It acts as the "skin" of the cell and contains all the cell's contents.

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Where is the cell wall found and what is its function?

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The cell wall is only found in plant cells and provides structure and shape to the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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A jelly-like fluid that fills the empty space within the cell containing the organelles.

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What are cilia?

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Short, hair-like projections that function as arms to move material outside the cell.

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What is the function of flagella?

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Long, whip-like tail that helps with movement.

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What is the nucleus?

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The control center of the cell, contains the nucleolus, DNA, and chromosomes.