Cell Vocabulary U3L1

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What are the three parts of the Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are composed of cells. 2. Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things. 3. All cells are produced from other cells.

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What is the smallest functional and structural unit of all living organisms?

Back

Cell.

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How can you identify a prokaryotic cell under a microscope?

Back

It lacks a nucleus.

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Where is the DNA of a cell found?

Back

In the nucleus.

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Are plant and animal cells identical?

Back

False.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It protects the cell and controls what enters and exits.

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What is cytoplasm?

Back

The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are located.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

They produce energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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They synthesize proteins.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.