Cell Biology Review

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What is the function of the Cell Membrane?

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To control what enters or leaves the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Define Lipid Bilayer.

Back

Molecular structure that surrounds the cell and controls what enters and leaves the cell.

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What are Lipid Hydrophobic Tails?

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The non-polar, water-repelling part of lipids that make up the inner layer of the cell membrane.

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What is Active Transport?

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Movement of molecules across the cell membrane against the concentration gradient.

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What is a Hypotonic Solution?

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A solution that has a lower concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

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What is a Hypertonic Solution?

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A solution that has a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

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What is an Isotonic Solution?

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A solution that has the same concentration of solutes as another solution.

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What is the role of the Cell Wall?

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To provide structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is the function of the Nucleus?

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To store genetic information and control cell activities.

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What is the function of Mitochondria?

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To produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-7