Biology Cells Review

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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The nucleus contains DNA and directs the cell's activities.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final step of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is active transport?

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Active transport is the movement of materials from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration, requiring energy.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.