Case 21 Review

Front

What is the basic unit of structure and function for the body?

Back

Cell

Front

What type of solution causes a cell to swell due to water intake?

Back

Hypotonic solution

Front

What is the correct order of biological organization from simplest to most complex?

Back

Cell, Tissue, Organ, Organ System, Organism

Front

How did Virchow's research on cancer cells support the cell theory?

Back

It supported that every cell is made from other cells.

Front

Where are membrane-bound organelles found?

Back

Inside the Eukaryotic cell.

Front

What is the definition of a eukaryotic cell?

Back

A cell that has a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and leaves.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The process by which a cell or organism maintains a stable internal environment.