Cell Theory and Organelles

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What is the nucleus?

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A part of the cell that tells everything else what to do.

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Why is the nucleus important in a eukaryotic cell?

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It holds the DNA, controls the cell, and stores genetic material.

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What is diffusion?

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The process by which particles spread from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.

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What happens to a cell in a hypotonic solution?

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The cell will gain water and swell.

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What is an organelle?

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A specialized structure within a cell that performs a specific function.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It protects the cell and regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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They are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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They produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is osmosis?

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The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.