8.1/2 Cells

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Who discovered that all animals are made of cells?

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Theodor Schwann

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What does the Cell Theory state?

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Cells are the basic unit of structure and organization of organisms.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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Rough ER has ribosomes, smooth ER does not.

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What is the main role of the plasma membrane in a cell?

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Maintaining homeostasis.

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How do prokaryotic cells compare to eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are less complex.

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What are the three main components of the Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are made of cells. 2. Cells are the basic unit of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.