Biology Flashcards

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Compound light microscope

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Uses a mirror, light, and magnifying lenses to produce magnification for student's classroom use.

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Cytoplasm

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The liquid portion of the cell that serves to suspend cell parts and also may aid in transportation.

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Cell Theory

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This states that all living things are composed of cells, and cells are the basic unit of life.

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Tissues

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Composed of cells that are grouped together by function.

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Organ system

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Organs that are grouped together based on a common function.

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Organelles

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Structures within the cell that have specific functions.

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Nucleus

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An organelle responsible for holding the genetic information of the cell in tightly packed coils of DNA.

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Channel proteins

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Proteins that allow for the flow of small molecules using no energy.

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Active transport

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Requires energy for the movement of molecules or materials.

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Cell membrane

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The outer portion of the cell that provides a barrier between the inside contents of the cell and its outside environment.