Exploring Life: Inspire Science Module 1 Lesson 1 Practice Flashcard

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What does the cell theory state about the origin of cells?

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Cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What type of organism is a cactus?

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Multicellular organism.

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Which characteristic is NOT necessary for a living thing?

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Eating food to get energy.

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Do all cells have the same shape and size?

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No, cells come in different shapes and sizes.

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What is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Only eukaryotic cells have their genetic material surrounded by a membrane.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What are unicellular organisms?

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Organisms made up of a single cell.

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What are multicellular organisms?

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Organisms made up of multiple cells.

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What is the function of vacuoles in cells?

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Storage of substances.

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What is the role of genetic material in a cell?

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It contains the instructions for the cell's functions.