Cell Discovery and Theory

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Cells are often called "the ____ of life."

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building blocks

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The cell theory states that:

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All living organisms are composed of one or more cells, Cells are the basic unit of structure and organization of all living organisms, Cells arise only from previously existing cells.

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Which of the following statements is not part of the cell theory?

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Only animal cells are composed of cells.

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What do both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells contain?

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cytoplasm

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Cells without a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins.